The Spanish team’s success was a result of its style of play. La Furia Roja (Red Fury in Spanish) as the Spanish team is commonly known, used the tiki-taka style of play successfully during its golden period. Tiki-taka is based on the idea of possession of the ball, short-passing, and player movement. This style is associated with flair, creativity, and one-touch football. However, many believe it can also at times sacrifice effectiveness for aesthetics.