According to the Spanish newspaper AS, the Spanish national team has displayed extraordinary fighting spirit at UEFA Euro 2024, having consecutively eliminated three former World Cup champions: Italy, Germany, and France. Now, their sights are set on the final stronghold, another former World Cup winner: England.
The Spanish team’s vision extends far beyond merely winning the Euros; they aspire to become ‘Champion Crushers,’ defeating teams that have won the World Cup in succession, thereby establishing their status as a powerhouse in world football.
On the map of world football, eight nations have reached the pinnacle of the World Cup, three from South America: Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay; and in Europe, there are Spain, Italy, Germany, France, and England. Although Brazil boasts five stars of glory, it has been over two decades since their last triumph; Argentina, post-Messi era or Messi’s decline, no longer shines as brightly; and Uruguay has long been removed from top honors. Spain has proven its might in this European Championship, defeating Italy, Germany, and France, demonstrating their potential as a strong contender for the 2026 World Cup title.
The head coach of the Spanish national team, Luis de la Fuente, is brimming with anticipation for the team’s future. He stated, “The Nations League provided us with invaluable opportunities for cohesion, while the Euros tested our strength. Regardless of the outcome of the final, I firmly believe that this squad will display even greater competitiveness at the World Cup in two years.”
The entire Spanish team’s anticipation for facing England in the final finally materialized on Wednesday evening. De la Fuente and his players were more hopeful to see England emerge victorious in the semi-final, as the clash with England is not only about the championship of the Euros but also a pivotal step towards their identity as ‘World Cup Champion Crushers.’
On their path to victory, they have already conquered numerous world-class players, including Donnarumma (Italy), Kroos (Germany), and Mbappe (France). Now, they look forward to the challenge against Bellingham (England), an excellent opportunity to write a new chapter in their history.
Every step forward taken by the Spanish team is accumulating strength for their journey to the 2026 World Cup. Defeating former World Cup champions not only boosts the team’s morale and confidence but also solidifies their image as an unshakeable force on the global stage. The Spanish team stands at a crossroads in history, ready to create their own legend.
