According to AS, Spain’s national team coach Luis de la Fuente has dropped crucial hints about his lineup for the opening match of the 2024 UEFA European Championship. Spain will face Croatia in their Group B opener, followed by clashes against the defending champions Italy and Albania.
The rivalry between Spain and Croatia has a long history, with memorable encounters such as Croatia’s 2-1 victory over Spain in the 2016 Euros group stage and Spain’s revenge in the Round of 16 of the 2020 Euros. The upcoming battle in Berlin promises to be another intense encounter against Zlatko Dalić’s Croatian side.
Tactically, De la Fuente is meticulously considering his starting eleven for the clash against Croatia, particularly in the attacking positions. He favors players who are in top form and full of energy. Despite ongoing debates about the central striker role, the manager has hinted at his preferred wingers.
Speaking about the promising youngster Raming Yamar in an interview with AS, De la Fuente said, “Yamar is young but exceptionally talented, with a gift that few possess. However, when his performance dips, criticism comes swiftly. That’s why we’re guiding him, because he’s a one-of-a-kind player.”
He also mentioned, “It’s widely assumed that Nico Williams and Raming are the automatic choices on the wings, but if that’s not the case in the end, it might surprise many.” These comments demonstrate the coach’s trust in the two young wingers while preserving an element of surprise in his team selection.
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