From 2008 until the early 2010s Spain was a powerhouse of international football. Barcelona’s tiki-taka style of play bled into the national team with Xavi and Andres Iniesta at the heart of the team. Without the two midfield metronomes, things have been difficult for the former world champions but with a new wave of young players on the rise hopes are high for the team.
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Spain’s Key Player
It’s tough to pick just one key player out of this group but Ferran Torres could be a real difference-maker. This team does not lack ability whatsoever but the ability to put the ball into the back of the net is beyond the likes of Rodri, Pedri and co.
With 13 goals in 30 caps for the national team so far the 22-year-old could be the man to make the most of the creativity on the pitch and fire his nation to glory.
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Spain Tactics
The influence of Pep Guardiola’s legendary teams is still felt on the national team. It is likely they will set out in a 4-3-3 in order to make the most of the passing ability of their midfielders and front three.
Possession-based play is still on the agenda for this squad which could make or break their tournament.
Spain Unexpected Star
It’s almost weird to consider such a high-profile name an unexpected star but Sergio Busquets could be vital to any Spanish success in this World Cup. In a squad filled with young stars, it might just be the experience and veteran poise of the Barcelona star that gives the team that vital edge on the competition.
Spain Prediction
With so many fresh faces and younger, less experienced names it is tough to see this side coming away with the tournament win. That said, there’s more than enough talent on the pitch to get them through the group stage and the ground of 16 as Group F is unlikely to pose much of a challenge in the first knockout round. We will likely see Luis Enrique’s side make their exit after that point as more experienced teams take advantage of his side’s weaknesses.
