The Spanish team, in which Luis de la Fuente made his debut on the bench this Saturday, began his journey against Norway in search of qualifying for the Eurocup in Germany 2024. In his debut game on the bench, the coach from La Rioja has reaped the first victory (3-0) thanks to goals from Dani Olmo and Joselu (behind) against the Nordic team, in which Erlind Haaland, with problems in an English, was out.
Spain will play the first round of the second part of the qualification for the Eurocopa 2024, a match in which it will measure in Glasgow à the Scottish team (20.45:XNUMX p.m.).
In his first match in charge of the national team, Luis de la Fuente has used the following players:
fit
He had not played with Spain since October 2020 and something seized was noticed. He transmitted insecurity with his feet and gave Norway a clear chance in the first act in an attempt to pass. He saved a goal on the stroke of the half-hour mark with an excellent hand on an Aursnes shot. He again showed his reflexes at the start of the second act, preventing the 1-1 scoreline from a bad clearance by Nacho.
Carvajal
Fallon and imprecise, built a more than discreet first part. He was neither scared in attack nor did he convey confidence in defense. Gray knocked out the night.
nacho
Attentive to Carvajal in coverage, he suffered from the height of the Norwegians in the balls hanging in the area. Tactically disciplined, reliable he was.
The door
The person in charge of taking the ball out from the center of the defense. Good on the diagonals to try to surprise the Nordics. In tune, although when the Norwegians found spaces and meters to run he had a hard time.
Calvo
At the start of the game he widened the field and was incisive. In fact, the 1-0 was born when he arrived in the area, although, like the national team, it went from more to less and fell flat. He suffered in hand-to-hand combat with the Norwegians.
Rodri
It is the new axis of Spain. A guarantee with the ball, never risked. He lacked daring when filtering the last pass.
Mikel Merino
A complete game from the midfielder. Powerful in the air, he worked incessantly, stole balls and also worried in attack. He was able to score after half an hour with a first-rate shot near the post.
dani elm
He had little contact with the ball, but worried. Dynamic, he was astute to score on his first occasion with a subtle touch. Sixth goal over 30 games with Spain. He had no continuity and was only on the field for an hour.
gavi
In the first part he played very focused on the left wing and Spain missed his strength in the midfield. He once again showed his intensity and never wrinkled, but it was not his best night and he left the field at game time.
Iago Aspas
Totally gone, barely touched the ball in the first half despite moving well between the lines. He was able to score after the break, but missed with his header after a great pass from Carvajal. Lazy on his return to the national team, he was changed at the edge of the hour of play.
Morata
Captaincy premiere. He fought against the central defenders and tried to surprise with his movements, but he left at half-time without enjoying chances. Solidarity in defense, he did not have them either at the restart. He replaced a ten-minute foul.
SUBSTITUTIONS
Ceballos
His entry gave another air to Spain. Dynamic, he brought joy and speed in attack.
oyarzabal
Little participation in the offensive game of the selection, it was not the revulsive that De la Fuente expected with his entry.
yeremi pino
He widened the field on the right and was able to score a fifteen-minute free kick with a cross shot. Very toned in the time he was in the game.
no selu
The striker made his debut for Spain with ten minutes to go. He forgave after a pass from Yeremi because he did not connect with the ball in his shot attempt, but he ended up making his debut in the best possible way with a chopped header. His first goal with Spain. He took 140 seconds to make his debut and ended up signing the double. An unforgettable night for the Espanyol attacker.
Fabian
It didn't take long to show off. He entered the field with Joselu and it didn't take long for him to seize the 2-0 play, the goal of peace of mind.
