Spain boss Luis de la Fuente is absolutely ecstatic about Barcelona’s Fermin Lopez, laying out huge praise for the young player ahead of their next match against Croatia. This isn’t just a casual nod either; De la Fuente is calling him “world-class” and practically guaranteeing he’s going to make some serious noise.
Lopez’s Comeback: From World Cup Miss to World-Class Talent
Remember Fermin missing the World Cup because of injury? Yeah, that was rough. But fast forward to now, and he’s not just back, he’s in fantastic form for Barcelona to start the season and has clawed his way back into the national squad. De la Fuente is so pumped, he’s expected to start Lopez on Tuesday night. The coach didn’t hold back at the press conference, gushing that Lopez “gives us energy, vitality, intensity, a lot of talent, class, and finishing ability.” He even threw in that Lopez “fits perfectly with our style of play.” Talk about a ringing endorsement for a player who missed out on the big dance before.
Shaking Up the Squad: Spain’s Plan After Beating England
It’s not just about Fermin, either. De la Fuente also hinted at making some changes to the team after their recent victory over England. He wants to “give a break” to some players and “freshen up the team a bit,” which makes total sense. He’s also clear that those “waiting in the wings deserve it,” a real vote of confidence for the depth of the squad. De la Fuente sounds completely unworried by these potential shifts, stating that “those who play will be the best prepared.”
So, Spain is gearing up for their UEFA Nations League group phase match against Croatia on Tuesday night, and with Fermin Lopez expected to start and the coach ready to shake things up, it looks like it’s going to be an intense one. Get ready to see what this “world-class” talent brings to the pitch!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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