La Roja is scheduled to face Italy on June 15, followed by either the Nations League final or a third place match on June 18, marking a pivotal set of fixtures for the Spanish squad. This summer slate places Spain back at the heart of the UEFA Nations League drama, as they compete to advance from the group of contenders into the decisive matches that determine continental bragging rights. The anticipation is high not only for the on-pitch action but also for how the team will adapt its lineup and tactics to meet the demands of back-to-back high-stakes games against strong European opponents.
The Spain national team is set to reappear in June 2023 for the Final Four of the UEFA Nations League, aiming to replicate the previous appearance when they navigated to the final after a tightly contested path that included overcoming key regional rivals. In the latest bracket, Italy reappears as a familiar adversary, while Croatia and the Netherlands are paired in the other semi-final, ensuring a lineup of teams with contrasting styles and regional rivalries that will test Spain’s tactical flexibility and squad depth.
Squad list of Luis de la Fuente for the Spanish national team for the March 2023 matches against Norway and Scotland
The call is outlined as follows, with the goalkeeper and position groups listed in the order typical for national team announcements. The selection emphasizes experienced players alongside rising talents who have demonstrated form in domestic leagues and youth national teams.
Goalkeepers: Unai Simón, Kepa Arrizabalaga, David Raya.
Defenders: Dani Carvajal, Dani Carvajal, Jesús Navas, Aymeric Laporte, David García, Iñigo Martínez, Jules Koundé, Jose Luis Gayà, Jordi Alba, Juan Bernat.
Midfielders: Rodri, Zubimendi, Dani Fernández, Mikel Merino, Gavi, Dani Olmo, Nico Williams, Pedri, Carlos Soler, Manu Sánchez.
Forwards: Alvaro Morata, Joselu, Rodrigo Moreno, Asensio, Nico Williams, Dani Olmo, Ansu Fati.
🔎 Additional context here shows the depth and balance coach Luis de la Fuente is aiming for, blending seasoned internationals with young players ready to step up on the big stage. The announcement highlights the importance placed on control in midfield and speed in the forward line, with tactical versatility as a clear objective for the squad as they prepare for June engagements.
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➡️ These are the players chosen to compete in the Nations League and push for a strong finish. Vamos España
— Spanish football team (@SEFutbol) June 2, 2023
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The coaching staff of Luis de la Fuente in the Spanish national team: second coach, physical trainer, analysts and psychologist, who they are, position and what role they have
Federación Española de Fútbol
Alongside Luis de la Fuente, new members join the technical team, each bringing a specific expertise to support performance at the highest level. The national team’s structure is designed to ensure thorough preparation, rigorous analysis, and strong support across coaching, conditioning, and sports science areas.
Paul Love joins as the assistant coach. A former player with Sporting de Gijón, Deportivo de la Coruña, Valladolid and Zaragoza, he has spent recent years coaching youth teams and steps into the senior setup to help guide the playing style and development.
Carlo Cruz takes on the role of physical trainer. His work in the Royal Spanish Football Federation since 2019, including a period with the Under-21s, brings a focused approach to conditioning and injury prevention for the senior squad.
Miguel Angel Spain serves as the goalkeeping coach. His career includes time with Rayo Vallecano, Hércules, Alicante and Orihuela, and he has held this role across several divisions since joining the federation in 2006.
Juanjo González becomes the assistant technician. He previously joined Sporting de Gijón after leaving the Marro youth setup and contributed to Luis de la Fuente’s Under-21 group, bringing continuity to the coaching staff.
Javier López Vallejo acts as the psychologist for the national team. A former goalkeeper with Osasuna and Villarreal, his experience extends to other Spanish teams, and he has also worked with the women’s national team in a psychological capacity.
Pablo Peña fills the analyst role. He is part of the trusted team that has worked with the federation for years, providing data-driven insights to inform training and match preparation across the federation’s youth and senior programs.
These appointments reinforce a holistic approach to national team preparation, combining technical, physical, mental, and analytic resources to help the team compete at the highest international level.
Source: Goal