In the round of 16 of the European Championship on July 1st, Spain staged a remarkable comeback after conceding an early goal, eventually winning 4-1 thanks to goals from Rodri, Ruiz, Nico Williams, and Olmo. Despite this, Spain coach De la Fuente believes the score didn’t accurately reflect the match.
He stated, “We are very happy, knowing how difficult it is to reach this point, and our results are proof of that. Actually, based on the performance on the field, the result should have been 8-1 or 9-1. The opponent was threatening on the counter-attack, and we also made some mistakes.”
Regarding the team’s comeback, De la Fuente praised his players: “The comeback was entirely due to the players’ exceptional performance. Although we provided guidance from the bench, they understood the game perfectly, knowing when to increase their running and when to control the ball. Faced with such a difficult situation, we stayed calm, scored four goals, and actually had opportunities for more. This is growth for the team, a boost in confidence and security.”
Regarding the atmosphere in the dressing room after the match, he shared: “The players were incredibly excited, because this game was very important to us, allowing us to reach the quarter-finals. We will face Germany next, and we know the significance of this clash. Victory was not easy, we earned it through our relentless efforts. We maintain a humble attitude and keep moving forward.”
Looking ahead to the match against Germany, De la Fuente emphasized the importance of preparation: “The first priority is to recover physically. Then, we will stick to our football philosophy and continue to capitalize on our strengths. Our team’s strengths are becoming increasingly evident, and every day we are becoming more distinct. Honestly, the team has proven its worth. To face Germany, we must be at our best.”
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