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Short passing, constant movement, keeping the ball. Barcelona under Pep Guardiola (2008-2012) and the Spanish national team made this style famous. The idea is to hold possession through quick triangles, pull opponents out of shape, and find gaps through patient build-up. Every player needs good technique and the discipline to stick to the pattern.
Spain's tiki-taka was mesmerizing to watch - they completed over 600 passes in the 2010 World Cup final, suffocating the Netherlands with relentless possession.
Robbie
Jan 25, 2026
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