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Spain and France head into tomorrow night’s Euro 2024 semi-final in contrasting form.
Spain have swept all before them so far with a youthful side that look strong at the back, have the quality of Rodri and Fabian Ruiz in midfield and the attacking flair of Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal on the wings. They also possess plenty of grit, as demonstrated on Friday when they overcame the disappointment of conceding an 89th-minute goal to Germany to edge past the tournament hosts thanks to Mikel Merino’s header deep into extra-time.
Left-back Marc Cucurella has been key to Spain’s fortunes both defensively and offensively and the Chelsea man believes Luis de la Fuente’s side can improve further.
He told UEFA.com: “Very few people gave us a chance and staying under the radar helped us start the tournament with confidence. Spain are a team to respect. I knew we had a great team and that’s how it turned out. There is one week left and the best is yet to come.”
France will arrive in Munich in less bullish mood. Didier Deschamps’ side have still not scored a goal from open play in the tournament and again looked toothless in attack during the snoozefest against Portugal in the quarter-finals.
Kylian Mbappe is reportedly still suffering the effects of the broken nose he suffered over three weeks ago while Antoine Griezmann is hopelessly out of form with suggestions he could be dropped.
France forward Randal Kolo Muani hopes to retain his starting place and belatedly provide some firepower. He said: “The matches are going to be harder and harder. Spain are one of the best teams in the tournament, playing very good football. We like big matches. We will be ready by Tuesday.”
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Author : Jon Fisher
Publish date : 2024-07-08 09:27:49
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