Asian Cup 2015 tactical preview: Palestine
Tactically and contextually, the odds are against Palestine, but their story is still incredible
Author: Tim Palmer
Tim is a football coach, writer, analyst and sports scientist. He is currently Assistant Technical Director, Head of Player Development & Video and a coach at NWSF Spirit, as well as working with the Pararoos. Previously, he has worked as an analyst with the Socceroos, and in the A-League.
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