João Palhinha

A defensive midfielder who wins duels like a specialist, breaking up play with timing, strength and relentless discipline. He gives Spurs steel in the middle and allows attacking players to breathe.

Portugal | Midfielder

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Palhinha is a classic ball-winning anchor, tackling, intercepting and screening the defence while holding shape in midfield.

He’s aggressive without being reckless, slows transitions before they become dangerous, and provides Spurs with much-needed control in central battles.

Season Snapshot

League only
Minutes played
1302
65.10 per match
Assists
2
Key passes
2
Pass accuracy
81%

Team Stats

Per 90 & season totals
Appearances
20
Minutes played
1302
Goals
3
Assists
2
Key passes
2
Accuracy
81%

League Rankings

Among Premier League Stats midfielders
Assists
45th of 81
Key passes
128th of 136
Pass accuracy
42nd of 143
Goals
28th of 87

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João Palhinha: The Midfield agent

Spurs’ defensive anchor, built to win tackles and turn midfield chaos into structure.

Palhinha plays like he lives for the duel. He reads danger early, steps in with authority and stops opponents building rhythm through the centre. Spurs can be open, but with Palhinha sitting in front of the defence, they become harder to break through cleanly, because he blocks lanes and wins second balls relentlessly.

He also gives Spurs balance. His positioning allows others to roam, his tackling allows Spurs to reset, and his discipline keeps the team from being stretched too easily. In a league where midfield battles decide points, Palhinha brings Spurs the steel that stops matches slipping away.

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