According to Marca, Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has a preliminary plan for the European Championship final, but the key center-back position remains undecided: whether to start Nacho or Le Normand.
On Friday, Spain held a closed training session at their headquarters in Donaueschingen. All players participated except for the injured Pedri. De la Fuente practiced different formations, including attacking and set-piece drills, to adapt to England’s open-wing attack and central four-man formation.
Le Normand’s return from suspension sparked discussions about who will partner with Laporte in the final: him or Nacho. Nacho got his chance against Germany, replacing Le Normand in midfield. He played a crucial role in curbing Germany’s wing attacks and the threat of striker Niclas Füllkrug, especially excelling in extra time. In the semi-final, Nacho demonstrated his versatility, starting as a center-back and later filling in as right-back after Jesús Navas was injured. He successfully contained Kylian Mbappé, showcasing a remarkable performance.
Spain travels to Berlin on Saturday for their final preparations ahead of the final. De la Fuente must decide quickly: whether to stick with the Le Normand + Laporte pairing chosen before the tournament or opt for Nacho, who has gradually gained trust throughout the competition. This decision could be the deciding factor in determining the outcome of the game.
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