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For around 10 years FC Barcelona has terrorized defenses with their beautiful attacking possession football. The origin of the name came somewhat unexpected in the World Cup 2006, were Spain faced Tunisia in the second match of group H for Luis Aragones' side. It's not the miserable defeat against France in the first knock out phase we remember, but it's the comment from a passionately Spanish commentator, who is only trying to describe Spains way of keeping possession.
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In order to connect past with present I will hereby hand you my own version of the evolution of Barcelonas tiki taka playing style, by looking at some of the most defining moments in history of football tactics. It will be a journey through nearly 140 years of football history - from some of the most historical moments, tactical advancements and founding of some of the greatest football philosophies to the subtle changes of formations and player roles - all with the common relations, that they have (in my point of view) directly or partially influenced Josep Guardiolas Tiki Taka style of play.
In order to connect past with present I will hereby hand you my own version of the evolution of Barcelonas tiki taka playing style, by looking at some of the most defining moments in history of football tactics. It will be a journey through nearly 140 years of football history - from some of the most historical moments, tactical advancements and founding of some of the greatest football philosophies to the subtle changes of formations and player roles - all with the common relations, that they have (in my point of view) directly or partially influenced Josep Guardiolas Tiki Taka style of play.