According to Spanish media outlet Relevo, Spain coach De la Fuente may consider resting some key players ahead of the quarter-finals, in preparation for the upcoming knockout stages. Nacho, Jesus, and Olmo are expected to get a starting opportunity.
Spain will face Georgia in the Round of 16, a team that just defeated Portugal in the group stage. But in coach De la Fuente’s eyes, this crucial knockout game may not be a major obstacle on the team’s path forward, and he still plans to rotate some key players.
Relevo reports that Carvajal and Le Normand are both on a yellow card, risking suspension. Spain’s quarter-final opponent is likely to be hosts Germany. Navas and Nacho are expected to start in their place. In addition, Olmo’s impressive performance against Albania could see him replace Pedri in the starting lineup.
During the European Championship qualifying phase, Spain beat Georgia 10-2 over two legs, including a 7-1 victory. However, Georgia has evolved, and while Spain easily navigated the group stage, the risk of rotating key players in such a knockout game is huge.
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