LThe Spanish national team began its path in the UEFA Nations League with a draw against Serbia. Just 53 days after they were declared champions of the European Championship, those managed by Luis de la Fuente put an end to a 12-win streak in a row.
During the first half no goals were scored, and although Spain dominated possession, the clearest occasion was from Jovic, who failed to send the ball after being left alone in front of Raya. ESPA generated chances, but found it difficult to open spaces for the Serbian Defense. The presence of Rodri, a key piece in the team and in midfield, is missing.
Despite showing a good game with Ballen and trying tirelessly, the Spanish selection did not manage to break the tie. In the second half, Lamine made the difference and the team deserved to win, but they could not materialize under the sticks.
David Raya: The one who was chosen to replace Unai Semin after his injury. His last match for the national team was also against Serbia.
The first part: He did not have many complications in the first half hour of the match, although he was seen somewhat indecisive at first. The first stop was already half an hour later.
A note for the rest: 6
The second part: Boss on one occasion knocked out the Serb at the beginning of the second half. He had no complications, the run with the goalkeeper to zero.
Observation: 6
Carvajal: 10 years of playing for Spain, his 50th Party, captain of the national team in Belgrade and candidate for the Golden Ball.
The first part: A good cross to the right is nothing more to start the game that Olmo almost did not catch. He was the most affected by the attacks from Serbia, which were all by his gang. He got yellow even though he did not touch the opponent. He knew how to lead the team , and do not give him a command badge.
A note for the rest:7
The second part: He had after an unusual pass to Palen stopped by Lamine. A good cross from the right side finishes off Nico Williams ‘ header although it is very soft on Rajkovic’s hand. A good second half, kept the lead of the team.
Observation: 7
Le normade: Simeone’s new soldier is already a sergeant with de la Fuente, and the Spanish Frenchman is one of the reliable guys with whom it seems that he will continue to add many titles in this team.
The first part: Almost Me together with Raya and Jovic can take advantage of it. He had doubts Atres.
A note for the rest: 5
The second part: Jovic predicted well in the ball area. The lady is on the attack, finishing with a high Kerner.
Observation: 5
Laporte: It is important that there is no desire for this.
The first part: I deflected Serbia’s first shot with my chest. Strong aters as well as on the way out of the Ballen.
A note for the rest: 6
The second part: He was not ready at the beginning of the second half and caused a serious foul on the edge of the zone that Ilyich finished.
Observation: 5
Kokorella: There are still red lights in his hair from this promise if they win the euro. It is indisputable in this eleven.
The first part: Good centers from Mark as well as in the help of Don Balen. He tried to reach all the minuses of Spain in the first half.
A note for the rest: 6
The second part: I kept trying to get to the top and help in the attack. He left the field in the 56th minute and Grimaldo entered.
Observation: 6
Zubimandi: At the Euro final, he gave a master class in midfield. He did not get nervous, jumped on the court for Rhodri just like Har on this occasion.
The first part: He had a long shot but it was centered and without much power directly into the hands of Rajkovic.
A note for the rest: 6
The second part: The great second half of zubimendi dominated the midfield.
Observation: 6
Fabin: After two matches on the bench with Luis Enrique at Paris Saint-Germain, he played for de la Fuente.
The first part: Elections and the movement in Spain attack. An amazing run that ended with a blocked shot from Lamine. He dared to hit her from outside the zone. I tried again after half an hour with a cross and Raso shot that came out by very little.
A note for the rest: 7
The second part: After a corner from Lamine, Fabien fell AL in the chest but the shot went too far. He left the field of play in the 76th minute after lamenting a wonderful occasion.
Observation: 7
Danny Olmo: It’s at an incredible level. The euro made those who do not follow football in other leagues hallucinate how Olmo plays.
The first part: He put a good cross to Carvajal that he did not reach a little. He hit it from outside the area but it wasn’t between the sticks.
A note for the rest: 6
The second part: When it seemed like I was giving the lowest, I managed to take out a serious foul in favor of ISPA that Lamine put with a pass to Carvajal who stepped up. He could have been injured in a collision with the Serbian defender and it was he who ended up in yellow after the event. He left at 82 ‘ and Joselu entered.
Observation: 6
Lamin Yamal: It is one of the great promises of the future of world football. At the age of 17, he was decisive for Spain to add the fourth European Championship to his palm and is now a candidate for the Ballon d’or.
The first part: He scored the first foul of the match, which zubimendi failed to eliminate. Overflowing with quality and danger, he has an incredible ability to break away from competitors. He gets involved in defense and ends up in yellow.
A note for the rest: 7
The second part: After a mistake by Sak Olmo, Lamine put it on Carvajal with an unusual pass that went up. Very active in attack mode and facing positions. He had a double shot after a foul by Grimaldo, and the second went brushing the long stick. Better than the second part. Wonderful.
Observation: 8
Ayuz: This summer The Canary has changed the green and white stripes for yellow from Villarreal, which seems to suit him perfectly and deserves to be a starter in the first match of the Nations League.
The first part: They didn’t find him for the first half hour. With the position of ‘ 9 ‘ although we are used to seeing him more in the squad. After entering from behind he got yellow. The first chance of the Canaries that ends with a stop from Rajkovic.
A note for the rest: 6
The second part: He left the field in the 56th minute and Oyarzabal entered.
Observation: 5
Nico Williams: The left winger bears his name, the euro and the King’s Cup have earned him to be one of the few players in the history of Athletic Bilbao nominated for the Ballon d’or, he goes to legend.
The first part: You have to dare to hit him from the edge of the zone. He has quality to spare. Together with Lamin they take the initiative to attack Spain.
A note for the rest: 6
The second part: In the first few minutes of the second he was missing. I didn’t get a good security position. She left the field in the 82nd minute and Vern Torres entered.
Observation: 6
Oyarzabal: He came on in the 56th minute for ayuz. She asked for his hand, but he was ignored. He didn’t have much involvement in the game. He was injured at the end of the match after colliding with the goalkeeper, and left on a stretcher.
Observation: 5
Grimaldo: He entered the field in the 56th minute for kokorela. He made a big mistake that forced Rajkovic to stop. Good crosses from Grimaldo but the goalkeeper got strong.
Observation: 6
Bedri: entered the field in the 76th minute in favor of Fabien.
Observation: S / S
Joselu: He entered the field in the 82nd minute in favor of Olmo. He finished the first corner he had which went up by a small margin. He was caught inside the zone, I asked for a penalty but the schoolboy did not dig it. It seemed obvious.
Observation: 6
Ferran Torres: Nico Williams came in at 82.
Observation: S / S
Luis de la Fuente: They received a Carrillo from all of Spain, as a recognition of their nomination for the best coach in the world.
The first part: With the exception of injuries or cards, he was tied for practically the same eleven as in the Euro final. At the moment, it’s working.
A note for the rest: 6
The second part: He received a yellow card for requesting a penalty kick after grabbing Joselu inside the area. He was right with the changes.
Observation: 6
