Empoli Football Formation

Starting Lineup

1.PICCIONI DX 185
6.DAVì DX 185 K
15.GRECO SX 183
77.SEMILIA DX 180 08
26.CRACCHIOLO SX 180 07
31.BRASOLIN DX 178
33.PREZZABILE DX 183
20.GUADALUPO DX 185
7.CARBONARO DX 180
10.LA PIANA DX 178
11.FICAROTTA DX 178

Empoli play a highly vertical game built on rapid transitions and aggressive forward movements using a 2-5-3 formation. This lineup focuses on overwhelming the opponent in the final third by pushing massive numbers forward. The goal is to win the ball high up the pitch and quickly find the attackers to exploit gaps left in the opposition defense.

PICCIONI DX guards the goal while the defensive unit operates with a very high line. GRECO SX and DAVì DX form a narrow pair of central defenders who must be ready to step up and intercept passes. Because there are only two defenders, they must work as a tight unit to cover the central zones and prevent any runners from getting behind. This risk requires the rest of the team to press hard to stop any direct play before it reaches the back two.

The midfield acts as the engine of Empoli, employing a five man line to control the center of the pitch. CRACCHIOLO SX and SEMILIA DX operate as a double pivot to shield the defense and recycle possession. BRASOLIN DX sits just ahead to connect the lines and carry the ball forward into the half spaces. On the flanks, GUADALUPO DX and PREZZABILE DX occupy the wide areas to provide width and support the central block. This group works to squeeze the space and win the second ball to keep the pressure constant.

The attack uses three players across the front to pin the opposition back line. CARBONARO DX acts as the main striker to hold up the ball and fight for aerial duels. LA PIANA DX and FICAROTTA DX operate as wide attackers who look to cut inside and create goal scoring chances. They press from the front to force a long ball and create openings for quick combinations. The movement of these three players is designed to stretch the defense and create runs in behind.

Empoli gain a massive advantage through numerical superiority in the attacking third. By having five midfielders and three forwards, they can create wide overloads and overwhelm the opponent. The ability to press in coordinated waves makes it difficult for other teams to play out from the back. This formation also allows for incredible speed of transition when they win the ball in the middle third.

This formation is designed for high risk high reward football that relies on intense pressing. It is best suited for games where Empoli want to dominate the ball and catch an opponent on the break.