La Liga

Atlético Madrid are one of the most active clubs in the summer transfer window right now. The club's board is committed to strengthening Diego Simeone's squad to ensure it is ready to compete in all competitions. Rojiblancos have signed central midfielder Johnny Cardoso, attacking midfielder Thiago Almada, left winger Álex Baena. After successful...

Marcus Rashford’s loan to Barcelona in the summer of 2025 represents more than just a high-profile transfer; it is, in many ways, a final attempt to reignite a career that once promised world-class heights. After struggling for rhythm and consistency during the latter stages of his Manchester United tenure, followed...

The 2024/2025 La Liga season proved to be a challenging one for Sevilla, as they finished 17th in the league with 40 points, just one point above the relegation zone. Last season, García Pimienta coached the team for 34 matches, winning only 11, drawing 9, and losing 14 in all...

Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid crashed out of the FIFA Club World Cup in embarrassing fashion at the hands of Luis Enrique's Paris Saint-Germain. The 4-0 thrashing by current Champions League winner PSG showed that Los Blancos have a long way to go to regain their status as one of Europe’s elite...

Valencia have been gutted on the transfer market over the last few years. After being taken over by Peter Lim about 10 years ago, the club aggressively signed many talented players, but with Lim losing interest in the club since the pandemic, Valencia have been more of a selling club....

Defending crosses is one of the most detailed tactical analysis topics, with numerous differences between different teams and coaches' ideas. The details of defending crosses begin with each defender's ability to either mark an attacker or cover a specific space. It differs from defending with either four or five defenders due to the...

Joan García’s arrival at Barcelona has reignited interest in the club’s long-running goalkeeping dilemma. This scout report and data analysis examine whether the former Espanyol goalkeeper, known for his calm presence and proactive style of play, can be the long-term solution between the sticks for Hansi Flick’s side. Following a standout 2024/2025 campaign in La Liga, García...

After months of speculation, Arsenal looks on track to finally confirm the signing of Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi. The Gunners have now been Premier League runners-up three years in a row. The Spanish International could be key in driving Mikel Arteta’s side towards potential glory. He will share the...

Now it’s finally official: Carlo Ancelotti’s second stint as Real Madrid manager has come to an end, and former Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso will replace him. It has been an open secret for over a year that Florentino Perez wanted his former player to be the next Real Madrid manager. With the current season...

Álvaro Carreras is the latest player to be linked with Real Madrid. The 22-year-old Spaniard currently plies his trade with SL Benfica. However, he's reportedly being lined up to join Xabi Alonso at the Bernabeu this summer. The youngster came through the Manchester United Academy and played on loan at...

The act of receiving the ball to feet has become almost second nature. From grassroots football to the professional elite, this pass-to-feet dynamic has evolved into the base unit of build-up play. In this tactical analysis, we will examine how this stylistic evolution is reshaping attacking behaviour across modern systems....

Sir Alex Ferguson once said, 'Attack wins games, defence wins titles'. However, for coaches like Alexander Blessin and José Bordalás, who are not in the ideal position to win titles with their current teams, the legendary quote can be changed to 'attack wins you games, defence keeps you in the...

"These will be my last two matches as Osasuna coach at El Sadar, and I would love to leave the club in a European competition", Vicente Moreno said. During the Osasuna vs Atlético Madrid pre-match press conference, the head coach of Osasuna announced he will step down at the end...

Barcelona faced Real Madrid at the Estadi Olímpic de Montjuïc, for the 35th fixture of La Liga. The match ended 4-3 for the Blaugrana. This was a roller-coaster of goals, especially during the first half. Barcelona's outstanding attacking performance was countered by Real Madrid’s efforts to equalise, but unfortunately, Kylian Mbappé’s...

La Liga has long been regarded as a breeding ground for world-class talent. In 2025, a new generation of emerging stars is beginning to shape Spanish football's tactical and technical identity. This data analysis presents a detailed La Liga scout report on La Liga’s standout players under 23, offering fresh...

Nico Williams was very close to signing for Barcelona in the summer of the Euros, but he chose to stay at Athletic Bilbao one more season to improve further and get consistent minutes. But as the 2024/2025 LaLiga season has progressed, he's been on a few more clubs' radars, and...

Now that the UEFA Champions League semi-final first-leg matches have finished, it’s time for the UEFA Europa League semi-finals to take centre stage. One of today’s clashes takes place in North London, where Tottenham Hotspur host Bodø/Glimt. Our focus turns to Bilbao, however, where Ernesto Valverde’s Athletic Club, a team...

You can now listen to this article on the TFA Podcast! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or via RSS. Barcelona Recent Weakness At Defending Corners  On Wednesday, the world's attention turns to the UEFA Champions League semi-final match between Barcelona and Inter Milan. In a challenging match like...

Antoine Griezmann has been both lucky and unlucky in his career. He’s won the World Cup, been on the Ballon d'Or podium, and lifted the UEFA Europa League trophy. But there are still a few things missing from his cabinet. He could have had another World Cup to his name,...

In today’s tactical era of football, achieving equilibrium between defensive solidity and attacking flair is no longer a luxury—it is a necessity for elite clubs like Real Madrid. The 2025 season has offered a complex portrait of a team blessed with individual brilliance yet often struggling to find structural coherence,...