As Euro 2024 enters its rest days, teams are taking different approaches to preparing for the knockout phase. France coach Didier Deschamps has chosen a relaxed approach, allowing his squad much-needed family time before their upcoming clash with Belgium. On the other hand, England and Germany are keeping their players focused with minimal time off.
Spain
Euro 2024 has been full of surprises and unexpected turns. With only the top performers making it to the Best XI of the tournament so far, we have seen a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars making their mark on the big stage. A Rock-Solid Goalkeeper Valencia’s goalkeeper has shown exceptional talent and composure
In a thrilling match between Spain and Italy, a Riccardo Calafiori own goal proved to be the deciding factor, as La Roja secured a 1-0 victory. Despite this being the only score of the game, it was evident that Spain’s young wingers, Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal, showcased their immense talent and potential throughout the
Sergio Ramos, the veteran defender, has made the decision to leave Sevilla for the second time at the conclusion of his contract. Despite the club’s desire for him to stay, Ramos has cited the poor sporting and institutional situation of the team as reasons for his departure. With interest from clubs in MLS and Saudi
The upcoming Euro 2024 tournament holds a variety of possibilities for every team involved, and Spain is no exception. While some may overlook them as contenders for the championship, looking back at their recent tournament performances tells a different story. Spain has showcased their competitive edge time and time again, with finishes like semifinalists, Olympic
Pedri, the talented Barcelona midfielder, has once again proven his worth with an exceptional performance in Spain’s 5-1 victory over Northern Ireland. After a season plagued by injuries and absence from the national team in 2023, the 21-year-old showcased his skills by scoring two goals in the final warm-up match before Euro 2024. This resurgence
Spain’s final 26-man squad for Euro 2024 has been announced, and there are some surprising exclusions from the team. Coach Luis de la Fuente made the tough decision to cut Pau Cubarsí, Marcos Llorente, and Aleix García from the squad, despite their previous contributions to the team. Pau Cubarsí, the 17-year-old Barcelona defender, was a
Spain’s national team manager, Luis de la Fuente, recently announced a 29-man squad for the upcoming European Championship in Germany. The squad is led by teenagers Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí, showcasing a youthful and promising lineup. However, there are some notable absences and surprises in the selection that warrant further analysis. Youthful Talents Leading
The recent incident of racism at the Atletico Madrid vs Athletic Club match has once again brought to light the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish soccer. Spain forward Nico Williams was subjected to racial abuse by fans, who shouted “monkey” at him while he was taking a corner kick in the first half. This
Former Spanish Football Federation president, Luis Rubiales, has vehemently denied any allegations of corruption and wrongdoing amidst an ongoing investigation regarding the decision to move the Spanish Supercopa to Saudi Arabia. Rubiales, who was briefly detained and questioned by police upon his return to Madrid from the Dominican Republic, refuted claims that his own business