De la Fuente praises the quality of the Spanish midfield

Luis de la Fuente analyzed Spain's victory against Peru, highlighting the quality of the midfield and the team's satisfaction with the performance shown.

Alvaro Cifuentes | Tue, 06/09/2026 - 06:35
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De la Fuente Praises the Quality of the Spanish Midfield
De la Fuente Praises the Quality of the Spanish Midfield

Luis de la Fuente, in the press conference at the Cuauthémoc stadium in Puebla, expressed his satisfaction with Spain's performance against Peru, highlighting the team's solidity and the absence of injuries. The coach praised the striker position, emphasizing the multiple available options and the importance of scoring goals as a team beyond individual scorers.

Options in the forward line

De la Fuente emphasized the quality of players like Mikel Merino and Ferran, highlighting the versatility of the latter both on the wing and in interior positions. He underscored his confidence in Borja and Rodrigo's excellent form, ensuring that the team has multiple attacking alternatives.

Talent in midfield

The Spanish coach was firm in stating that they have the six best midfielders in the world, emphasizing the quality and versatility of the players in that area of the field. Additionally, he mentioned the clarity in the decision on who will be in goal, ensuring that all three goalkeepers deserved minutes in the pre-World Cup matches.

Likewise, De la Fuente confirmed that there would be no changes in training schedules, maintaining the routine of noon training to facilitate the players' adaptation. Finally, he highlighted the importance of having Pedri, whom he considers one of the best in the world and a key piece in the team's scheme.

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