Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has dismissed any notions of his team being labelled as favourites as they gear up to face England in the European Championship final. Despite impressive victories over Germany and France in the previous rounds, de la Fuente emphasized the importance of maintaining a high level of performance to secure a record-breaking fourth title. He stressed that there are no clear favourites in the final and that his team must elevate their game above their previous knockout matches to have a chance of emerging victorious.
Speaking at a news conference, de la Fuente expressed his excitement about reaching the final and acknowledged the challenge that awaits his team against a strong England side. He highlighted the importance of attention to detail in closely contested matches, noting that the team that minimizes mistakes will increase their chances of winning.
Embracing Spain’s Attacking Style of Football
Despite not being considered among the top contenders at the start of the tournament, Spain has been the standout team in Germany this summer. With a perfect record of six wins and a tournament-high 13 goals, de la Fuente emphasized the importance of sticking to their attacking style of football in the final. He underlined the significance of playing to their strengths and being true to their style in order to secure a victory.
The success of the current Spanish side has drawn comparisons to the dominant team that won multiple championships between 2008 and 2012. A potential victory over England in the final would see Spain crowned European champions for a fourth time, solidifying their status as one of the most successful teams in the tournament’s history. De la Fuente expressed confidence in the current generation of players, hinting at a bright future for Spanish football.
Spain will welcome back Dani Carvajal and Robin Le Normand from suspension for the final showdown against England. Despite the absences of Pedri and Ayoze Pérez due to injuries, the team will receive a boost with the inclusion of Barcelona midfielder Gavi, who is set to join the squad ahead of the game. De la Fuente confirmed that Gavi would link up with the team in Berlin, adding depth to the squad for the crucial match.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente is focused on the task at hand and is determined to guide his team to glory in the European Championship final. By downplaying the favourites tag, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a high level of performance, and embracing Spain’s attacking style of football, de la Fuente has set the stage for an exciting showdown against England. With key players returning and a promising future ahead, Spain is poised to make history and etch their name as one of the most decorated sides in the competition.
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