Never Wanting To Be Satisfied, The Spanish National Team Is Called 'The Winner's Horse'

The Spanish national team at Euro 2024 (Photo: EURO)

JAKARTA - Spain's national team coach Luis de la Fuente called his team the "winning horse" after beating Germany 2-1 in extra time to secure a place in the European Cup or Euro 2024 semifinals. Spain took the lead through Dani Olmo's goal in the second half before Florian Wirtz equalized for Germany towards the end of the year. Spain's winning goal was scored by Mikel Merino in the second half of the extra time. "This team is like a winning horse, I'm proud to be able to train these players, they never want to be satisfied," the 63-year-old coach quoted Antara as saying.De la Fuente said that his players had extraordinary mentality and fighting power after playing until extra time to win a dramatic victory over Germany.

"They are used to competing at the highest level and they have a chance to win this tournament," continued de la Fuente. Spain will certainly face France in the semifinals after Les Blues eliminated Portugal on penalties 5-2. Portugal and France drew 0-0 for 90 minutes plus two extra semifinals between Spain vs France will be held at the Allianz Arena, Berlin on Wednesday (10/7) in the morning at 02.00 WIB.