Football formation guides

Choose a football formation for your lineup

Compare popular soccer formations, learn when each shape works best, and open the lineup builder with the right setup for your team.

Popular soccer formations

Start with the formations coaches, fans, and content creators search for most when building a starting XI or tactical lineup graphic.

Create a 4-3-3 football lineup with three forwards, three midfielders, four defenders, and a goalkeeper.

Build a classic 4-4-2 lineup with two forwards, four midfielders, four defenders, and a goalkeeper.

Create a modern 4-2-3-1 football lineup with a double pivot, three attacking midfielders, one striker, and a back four.

Build a 3-5-2 lineup with three centre-backs, wing-backs, three central midfielders, two strikers, and a goalkeeper.

Build your lineup

After choosing a shape, use the Lineup11 builder to edit player names, numbers, kit colors, and export a shareable lineup graphic.