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Jorge Vilda: "The spirit of this team keeps growing"

The national coach calls for the support of the fans and expresses confidence in Spain's chances against the quarterfinal elimination match against the Netherlands in the World Cup: "We want to bring happiness to the entire country."
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Thu, 10/08/2023 - 10:41

Damaris Egurrola: "We take care of the selected players. I wouldn't change any of my 23 players for anyone else."

Midfield: "The match is decided in the areas, but there can be a mini-game in the midfield because they have quality players who like to control the ball."

Knowledge: "We have no secrets or fear of revealing something unknown. I think Martens is performing well in this World Cup, and Van der Gragt is a secure player, well-protected in the central zone."

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Progression: "I've noticed that the spirit of this team keeps growing. The training over these five days has been very good. I like what I see in my players' eyes." 

Attitude: "The team is united, excited, and fighting for the same goal."

Netherlands: "They are a very solid team with three reliable center-backs. They are very dangerous and strong in set pieces, with players who finish well, like Roord or Beerensteyn. They are a very complete team."

Style: "Spain will be very present in the match. We have analyzed what their approach is, and there's a possibility that the Netherlands might change their approach. Our players are aware of this and are prepared."

Variants: "Facing three center-backs changes things, but it's something we've done in the past. We've trained again and again with the certainty that we need to improve. It's a similar system to Japan's, and we know we have resources to attack different situations that arise. We're prepared."

Referee: "We're not worried about the refereeing. We believe in the work of the officials, and since VAR was introduced, we're seeing that it's bearing fruit. We're witnessing a very fair World Cup."

Captaincy: "The value of the armband is significant, and I'm very pleased with all the players because they can embody the values of the National Team. I have 23 captains."

Physical: "Training provides you with information, and we can anticipate things. We remained calm to see how they assimilated the concepts, and the work always pays off. It's around 50 days of work, and that shows. The professionalism of the players is impeccable. They've all taken care of themselves to arrive in perfect conditions. It's commendable to the entire medical and readaptation staff that we've arrived at this match with all 23 players available."

Confidence: "I think it will be a very balanced match. We'll see who prevails in the first fifteen minutes. They have experienced players, and that might lead them to play in a certain way. We also have players who have been in major tournaments. I'm confident because I know they'll give their all tomorrow."

Foundations: "I experienced Johan Cruyff's golden era at Barcelona and had that influence, but it's not the only one I've had. I feel privileged for it. Cruyff changed football, and this National Team has a philosophy that aligns with what he wanted to do. We have evolved towards more direct play. It will always be a beautiful match against the Netherlands because it will be a clash of offensive football."

Motivation: "We all woke up today with excitement and a strong desire to bring joy to everyone."

Start: "We want to make a strong start to the match. With determination, even knowing that errors can occur. Many times, the beginnings of both halves and the ends are when matches are decided."

Fans: "I ask people not to go to bed tomorrow. We won't disappoint on a historic day for all of Spanish football. We want to make the entire country happy."

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