Spain’s head coach Luis de la Fuente says there is “no panic” after La Roja draw 0–0 with Cape Verde in their World Cup opener. In a match where Spain failed to break down the debutants, de la Fuente expressed continued confidence in the team’s prospects for the tournament. Both outlets report that the game ends without either side scoring, with Spain unable to turn possession and chances into goals against Cape Verde’s defense. Despite the lack of a win, the coach’s message focuses on longer-term expectations rather than immediate results. The reports agree that Spain’s performance falls short of producing a breakthrough, but de la Fuente remains convinced the team can still go far in the competition. The outcome leaves Spain without three points from the first match, while Cape Verde secures a point in their tournament debut.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says no panic after 0–0 draw with Cape Verde
Spain’s head coach Luis de la Fuente says there is “no panic” after La Roja draw 0–0 with Cape Verde in their World Cup opener. In a match where Spain failed to break down the debutants, de la Fuente...
- Spain and Cape Verde play to a 0–0 draw in Spain’s World Cup opening match.
- Spain’s coach Luis de la Fuente says there is “no panic” despite the result.
- De la Fuente expresses confidence that Spain will go far in the World Cup.
- Cape Verde is described as a tournament debutant in the match coverage.
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente said he is still convinced La Roja will go far at the World Cup despite failing to break down debutants Cape Verde in a 0-0 draw to open their tournament. The post No panic, says De la Fuente after Spain held by Cape Verde appeared first on Vanguard News.
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