João Palhinha

João Palhinha is a 30-year-old Portuguese midfielder who plays for Tottenham, wearing the number 6 shirt. Standing at 190 cm, he is a defensive midfielder defined by his physical presence, relentless tackling, and ability to break up play in the middle of the pitch. Palhinha operates as a shield for the back four, reading danger early and stepping into duels with aggression. His style is not flashy but brutally effective — he wins the ball, keeps it simple, and allows Tottenham’s cre...