It is only the second day of the Eurocup qualifying group, but the match that Spain will play in Hampden Park, one of the most traditional stadiums in the world, has a certain aroma: If they win, the team will be alone. the leader of the group; a group of only five teams -first two qualify-, with six points in two days and a reasonable guess to add another six points in the next two games. Already in September he will play against Spain, Georgia and Cyprus.
So winning in Glasgow would be a giant leap forward for Euro 2024. That could mean knocking out Norway and Scotland, the two strongest teams of the group, in four days.
reinforced selectors
The British team also started their Germany 2024 journey with a win (3-0 against Cyprus), so the duel in Hampden will measure the two leaders of the group. And the two with reinforced selectors: De la Fuente got off to a good start for the role, and his Scottish counterpart, Steve Clarke, was renewed until 2026.
The team arrives in Scotland, strengthened by the result against Norway. not so much for the game. In La Rosaleda, Spain, it was erratic.
He combined the good football moments, especially in the beginning, with certain doubts behind him. The game started high and ended, with goals and looking directly at the opposing goalkeeper, but in the meantime allowed the Norwegian team to dominate. Had Haaland been on the field, Spain would have been in real torture.
It is Luis de la Fuente’s duties to improve the team’s defensive performance and ensure continuity. Acknowledging that suffering is part of football in Málaga, the new coach will have to decide whether to stay on or on the block when he starts against Norway. bet on some players who revive the team from the bench.
Some – Ceballos and Joselu above all – clamored for the starting line-up.
Some tweaks in the starting 11
So some adjustments are expected in the starting lineup: De La Fuente doesn’t seem willing to test too much at the back, although the team is struggling on defense, but Pedro Porro may have options right. He is returning to the game to replace Dani Carvajal.
Barçalı Balde, who once again proved his enormous physical capacity in Malaga, He could have given his place to Gayà, who will play like this again for the national team after his frustrated time at the World Cup..
in the core, Rodri seems to have won an undisputed position.and Mikel Merino also scored at La Rosaleda, but Fabián might have had a chance.
In front of both, Ceballos can replace Aspas or Dani Olmo. Gavi, on the other hand, will continue to be the owner of the team, except for the surprise.: Despite being the youngest player on the list, few like him show the courage and character that will be needed in matches like tonight’s.
That’s yes, he admitted that the Source had spoken to the Barça player and asked him to be restrained. “But before any other type of player, give me a Gavi,” he said.
On offense, De la Fuente has a large catalog to bring in new players, but will continue to bet on Morata as a start. The author of a duo against Norway, Joselu will reserve his role of disgust.
McTominay aims to start
Among those called up by Clarke stands out United midfielder Scott McTominay, who, despite not starting, scored a goal against Cyprus. Except for the surprise, it will start against Spain.
Clarke injured striker Ché Adams, replaced by Hearts forward Lawrence Shankland. “We have to play very well and be patient to win,” said the Scottish coach, who was recently renewed until 2026.