The Spanish coach admits that Spain is in “the most difficult group.”
De la Fuente warned that La Roja is still in a great phase of growth as a collective
Luis de la Fuente assured after learning the outcome of the Euro 2024 draw that, without a doubt, Group B in Spain “is the most difficult. It is made up of very great teams that will make all the matches very complicated. It is clear that this is a group that will force us to show the best we can. we have inside.”
Analysis of rivals
The team warned that “I know that everyone looks at Croatia and Italy, but let’s not forget Albania, which was first in its group. As for Italy, I can assure you that no one wanted to face it. Regardless of whether the Recent results have not been good, we know that they have a lot of talent and the team is very well managed. And about Croatia we can say that it is a team that we know well from the Nations. It has been offering spectacular results for many years,” said De la Fuente.
Growth of Spain
De la Fuente confirmed that with seven months left until the competition, Spain is still in a growth phase as a whole. “We are going to the Eurocup with great conviction and in clear progression. We are in good shape but we have a long way to go. We must think about Croatia, but the fundamental thing during this time is to continue growing and demonstrating the great potential we have. We know that we are among the best of the world”. The coach also ventured to comment that “I am convinced that the other teams in the group did not like having to face Spain either.”
Defined block
When evaluating the final call for the Euro Cup, De la Fuente warned about possible changes until the last moment. “Surely there will be news and last-minute additions. It is evident that Gavi’s injury hurts us because he is an important footballer, but we have seven months of competition ahead of us and many circumstances can still arise. In any case, if there are more incidents we can rest assured because other players will also come with great talent.