Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente expressed optimism following a thrilling victory over the Netherlands in the Nations League quarter-finals. After a dramatic 3-3 draw and a 5-4 win on penalties, he praised his young team's insatiable attitude towards competition. Despite previous dismissals of the Nations League as a minor tournament, De la Fuente highlighted its competitive merits, referencing high-profile teams and champions involved. Spain has now reached the Final Four for the third time, showcasing their status as a formidable force in international football, especially with their recent successes.
I think this national team is very young, it has a very long way to go and the important thing is the attitude of the players. They are insatiable, they want to keep competing, they want to compete to win.
But these are just details ... I remember that two years ago some enlightened person said it was a minor competition. In the semi-finals, three world champions and one European champion.
Great excitement, blessed suffering. Enjoying a match that could be a European Championship final. We were at a level we could recognise. We have the same feeling we had at the Euros.
You only have to look at the roster. A world champion like Italy has fallen by the wayside. I've always compared the level to a European Championship.
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