After a surprise draw in Belgrade agains Serbia (0-0) current European champions Spain released it’s fury on Switzerland reminding everyone in rainy Geneva of the captivating team that all of Europe fell in love with. La Roja played similarly to how they impressed football fans during the tournament in Germany – efficiently and smartly. Luis de la Fuente’s squad displayed an attacking potential that wasn’t seen against Serbia and a defensive solidity even when down to 10 men, following Robin Le Normand’s red card. It turned out that nothing shook them, as they were so powerful, confident, and sure in their ideas that the final score of 4-1 suggests they can now win matches almost routinely.Yamal Amazing Assist to joselu pic.twitter.com/DyL1DjnxXr— أحمد 𓂆 🇵🇸 (@amd_851) September 8, 2024 🚨🇪🇺 GOAL | Switzerland 1-3 Spain | Fabian RuizRAYA WITH THE PRE ASSIST pic.twitter.com/K6ntRkOUlM— Arsenalways (@Arsenalways_) September 8, 2024 The team from the Pyrenees had two great heroes during one of their favorite away matches, as they have never lost a competitive game on Swiss soil. And no, it’s not about Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, the rising stars of this squad, but rather Joselu and Fabian Ruiz. These lesser-known players stepped up, just in time to show how deep the attacking arsenal of the new ruler of the Old Continent is. Joselu was the first to make his mark. Promoted to the starting lineup by De la Fuente instead of Ayoze Pérez, who started on Thursday, and in the absence of injured Mikel Oyarzabal and previously suspended Álvaro Morata. The former Real Madrid striker responded by scoring a header in the fourth minute from a cross by Jamal, opening the doors to victory for the visitors. Later in the match, another hero emerged: Fabian Ruiz.Insane pass from Akanji but Le Normand decided to channel his inner Serio Ramos and we’re now down to 10 pic.twitter.com/kvvXvHqyTg— andy 🦦 (@andyymcfc) September 8, 2024 If Joselu has been underrated because he never played a significant role in a major club, the PSG midfielder has flourished under De la Fuente’s leadership. This was evident during the tournament in Germany, where he scored and assisted in matches against Croatia and Georgia, and it was confirmed again in Geneva, as he showed that his productivity for the national team is no accident. His finishes, from assists by Nico Williams and substitute Ferran Torres (who sealed the win after a counterattack in the closing moments), highlight the versatility of this team that everyone loves. And this team is strong even when suffering. They suffered, at least in terms of numbers, since the 20th minute when Le Normand was sent off for a foul on the powerful Embolo, who troubled Spain’s defense. Despite a goal from Amdouni and efforts from Vargas, as well as Switzerland’s initiative throughout the second half, Murat Yakin’s team suffered their second defeat in the competition.##NAJAVA_MECA_8322977##
