Custom Team Football Formation

Starting Lineup

1 PATERNITI 89 (181 SX) · 6 BONTEMPO 89 (182 SX) · SACCA' 99 (DX) · 5 BAREZ 92 (181 DX) · 4 SCOLARO 94 (AMBIDX) · 10 LUCARELLI 94 (168 SX) · 17 TRAVIGLIA (DX) · 11 PONTINI 04 (SX) · 8 DOVICO 08 (DX) · 3 CONTI 01 (DX) · 7 NOTO 07 (DX)

A high press and rapid transition game defines this lineup in a 5-2-3 formation. This setup looks to win the ball high up the pitch and strike quickly before the opposition can get organized. The team relies on heavy physical presence and speed to catch opponents out of position.

Paterniti acts as the last line of defense behind a sturdy back five. Barez holds the center as a dominant presence in the air and organizes the defensive line. To his left, Bontempo provides cover while Sacca' operates on the right side of the central trio. The wing backs, Conti on the right and Noto on the left, are tasked with providing width and tracking back to maintain a narrow defensive block when out of possession. The whole unit works to squeeze the space and protect the central area.

The midfield functions as a double pivot designed to control the center of the pitch. Scolaro and Dovico work to connect the defense and the attack, often acting as the engine of the team. Scolaro focuses on shielding the defense and winning the second ball, while Dovico drives forward with the ball to break the line. They must be ready to press aggressively to win the ball high up the pitch to support the front three.

Up front, the team utilizes three attackers to stretch the defense. Traviglia leads the line as a pressing centre-forward, making runs in behind to test the opposition. On the flanks, Pontini and Lucarelli act as wide wingers who hug the touchline to pull defenders apart. This creates space for Traviglia to find the feet of the striker or for the wingers to cut inside and create chances. The movement is designed to create overlaps from wide areas and quick combinations in tight spaces.

This formation offers significant tactical advantages through its ability to press high in coordinated waves. By using the front three to trigger a press, the team can force a long ball from the opposition. Another strength is the wide overload provided by Conti and Noto, who can push high to support the attack while leaving the three central defenders to guard against counters.

This 5-2-3 lineup is built to dominate through aggression and quick transitions. It is best suited for games against teams that struggle to play out from the back under heavy pressure.