Luis de la Fuente: “The Team’s Attitude Has Been Commendable”

The goals from Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal (2), and an own goal by Abdulelah Al-Tambakti highlighted Spain’s dominant performance.

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"We needed to rediscover our best sensations, but we still have to keep improving if we want to reach the final on 19 July. We are happy, and it is all thanks to this team’s responsibility and ambition."

Team spirit

"This is a very healthy group with a commendable attitude. The players responded to what happened in the first match with pride. The analysis is very positive and gives us calm and confidence."

On Lamine Yamal

"With the result under control, we decided to rest him. He was fit to play more minutes, but it was important for him to recover and finish the match with such good feelings. We are delighted to have players performing at their best level and with full confidence."

On Mikel Oyarzabal

"We value him tremendously. His impact is immense and unique. It is the first time in history that a player has recorded two goals and an assist in a match of this level. We strongly recognise Mikel Oyarzabal as a player capable of writing an exceptional chapter with the national team."

On Rodri

"He is an exceptional footballer, the best in the world in his position. He is a key player, a reference for the team, and once again he delivered an outstanding performance today."

On Álex Baena

"He gives us width and interior play. We understood that the game would be decided on the flanks, and Baena provided exactly what we needed. I am pleased because every player who came on contributed with a commendable performance and attitude."

Tactical approach

"We always adapt to the circumstances of the match. Depending on where spaces appear, we try to exploit them. The full-backs and wingers on both sides were outstanding, and the midfielders supplied excellent passes to take advantage of those spaces."