“No one in the history of European Cups and World Championships has held such a first stage”
lHuiz de la Fuente remains cautious. “Enthusiasm is free, and we are the first, but we have our feet firmly on the ground. We must generate positive feelings and the desire to achieve something important. What we do has many advantages. a history of winning European Cups or World Cups and keeping a clean sheet.
Management in the coming days without knowing the opponent. “Now we will be awake for several nights as we find out who our opponent is. We’ll have to wait until Wednesday to find out who our opponent is, but we’re ready for whoever comes.”
Dani Olmo and Lamin. “This is a team, both Lamin and Dani are the best players. I’m glad they stand out more collectively than individually. They generate a lot and that’s good for the team.”
Believe that the situation is under control. “Our game plan turned out the way we planned. We may have lost control a little in the second half, but they showed that we have a great group. The 1/8 finals will require more from us. We’re worried about scoring a goal in the last two games. We have chosen the right path. Next time we will be much better.
He doesn’t care about being the favorite.“We are very happy that they recognize our talent, but it is useless. The best will be in the 1/8 finals, but being a favorite does not give it more value. We already know what Spain is, and one day you’re on top, and the next you’re useless. “I recognize football players because they are enthusiastic.”
Always positive tests. “The work of a close-knit group. Success is determined by balance. We would not like the part of the retreats that we had in an open match, but there are players who are devoted to the team, ready to work, who know how to suffer. And this command “He does it very well.”
Opportunities for everyone. “Today was the day we wanted to win and for everyone who is ready to play. There was one player left, but we managed to get Remiro to play less. We wanted the central defenders to play a period each. “
Possibility of improvement. “Of course we have room for improvement because we are not satisfied. Of course, everything can be improved. I am the first”.