The winter transfer window is usually filled with teams scrambling to sign players who can instantly contribute to their respective team’s overall aspirations, whether that relates to a bid to stay in the division or potentially challenge right at the top. We have also seen some top European clubs find...
What Is A High Line In Football? A high defensive line is a tactic that allows teams to press whilst keeping the distances between their lines tight, preventing them from being played through. When done effectively, it can suffocate opposition teams, especially those with a possession-based playing style. However, it...
Welcome to TFA today, where we share essential articles from the TFA archive that are relevant once again. Robin Van Persie's High Press Problems At Heerenveen Back in May, Heerenveen made an exciting decision to appoint Robin van Persie, a Dutch footballing legend and the nation’s all-time leading scorer, as...
At this stage of 2024, things are looking a lot different for a Las Palmas side that boasted one of the most impressive defensive records in La Liga earlier in the year. They made their presence known from the outset of the 23/24 season, frustrating teams across the country with their...
After a troubling five-year spell in the Spanish Segunda Division, Las Palmas gained automatic promotion back to the top flight in the 2022/23 season. While most pundits have predicted their relegation, García Pimienta's side has appeared to be one of the more eye-opening teams with its tactics and playstyle this LaLiga campaign. Sitting...
After coaching in Barcelona’s youth setup for nearly 16 years, García Pimienta took his first step into senior football with UD Las Palmas, in La Liga 2. At La Masia, the 48-year-old famously won the 2017/18 UEFA Youth League after progressing through the youth setup. However, Pimienta’s time with Barça...
