Man City handed Rodri replacement verdict as Pep Guardiola told honest truth
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente has called Martin Zubimendi the second-best player in the world in his position to Manchester City's Rodri.
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Spain coach backs fringe players to step up in absence of main starters
Spain coach Luis De la Fuente remains calm and confident about his side's ability to be on the front foot in their home clash against Serbia in the Nations League on Tuesday despite the growing list of absentees.
Barcelona, Spain great Iniesta retires aged 40
Former Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta, who won two European Championships and the 2010 World Cup with an all-conquering Spain team, announced his retirement from football on Tuesday at the age of 40.
Ex-Barcelona And Spain Great Andres Iniesta Retires Aged 40
Former Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta, who won two European Championships and the 2010 World Cup with an all-conquering Spain team, announced his retirement from football on Tuesday at the age of 40. "Being on the pitch is over," a visibly emotional Iniesta told reporters at a news conference in Barcelona while reflecting on a professional career that began with the Catalan giants in 2002. "I can't stay away from football, it's my life and will continue to be my life. Now I need to continue educating myself, I'm in the process of doing my coaching diploma and that's the next step." "I will try to come back and do a great job. However it won't be running after the ball, but from another place," he added.
Barcelona's Spain forward Ferran Torres suffers hamstring injury
Barcelona's Spain forward Ferran Torres has suffered a hamstring injury and will be out of action for an indefinite period, the LaLiga club said on Monday.
Alvaro Morata Returns To Spain Nations League Squad After Injury
Alvaro Morata has been included in Spain's squad for their upcoming Nations League matches, coach Luis de la Fuente announced Friday. The Spanish captain and AC Milan forward returns to the squad after overcoming a muscular problem that forced him to miss his country's opening two encounters in Group A4 of the Nations League -- a draw and a win. "For me he is one of the best strikers in the world. He is also a great captain, he unites a lot, he is very generous, he puts the good of the group first, he is the glue (of the team)," said De la Fuente.
Barcelona boss Flick backs keeper Pena to cover for injured Ter Stegen
Barcelona will be without injured goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen for months but coach Hansi Flick said on Tuesday that Inaki Pena was a capable replacement.
Man City get double fitness boost ahead of Brentford return in Premier League
So far, so good for Pep Guardiola in the international break.