Soon to take stock of the Group B after just one game. Some indications, however, there Spain he gave it by confirming that he has the potential to win the group. He was surprised by the ease with which La Roja got rid of one Croatia which, on paper, would have every chance to have its say in the competition. Next Thursday it will be the turn ofItaly challenge Luis De La Fuente’s team, who impressed well despite the criticism.
Lots of quality on the pitch
But should this Spain be a concern? The Red Furies certainly have infinite quality at their disposal, especially on the wing with the tightrope walker Yamal laminae and also Nico Williams. There has often been talk of the shortage of reliable center forwards in this national team but Morata scored with Atletico Madrid and did so again wearing his country’s shirt. Good news also came from Fabian Ruiz, clearly better on the pitch. Usually the former Neapolitan, now at PSG, has always sinned against continuity. If he is well, he is a very good player.
A confirmed trend and the possible weak point
However, the trend of the past is confirmed: Spain always scores from inside the penalty area. Indeed, the last goal from outside in the tournament dates back to the time of Raúl González Blanco. But Does this team have any weaknesses? Certainly, even if perhaps they saw little of each other on their debut thanks to a Croatia with little offensive verve. In defence, La Roja, despite having good elements, does not appear to be an insurmountable battleship. It’s up to Spalletti to find the key to open the potential holes left by the opponent.
The reactions of the fans, between Morata and the referee Oliver
But how did the Italians experience Spain’s 3-0 defeat of Croatia? Well, in the fans’ sights there was certainly Morata in the transfer market with nostalgic Juventus fans, fascinated Roma fans and intrigued AC Milan fans. As for the match, however, controversy over referee Oliver: “I long for an interview with our head of delegation on the missed red light in Rodri” we read in a tweet that refers to Buffon and that famous argument with this match director and the phrase about rubbish instead of the heart. Other even more incisive ones are added, including one in particular: “Has it already been said that VAR has ruined football? All wrong decisions“.
But there are also those who focus attention on the quality of Spain: “Yamal started at 16 and found the differences with Italy“. Or: “Strongest team in the group: they will win it hands down“. Someone is already starting to make calculations about Croatia for which the 0-3 could prove decisive for the issue of goal difference. Let’s remember that the best third-placed teams also advance to the next round, which is why any type of calculation is useful.
