Spain lost their second match of the Euro 2024 qualifiers 2-0 against Scotland with the two goals coming from Manchester United Midfielder Scott McTominay.
Despite Spain's shocking 2-0 loss to Scotland in their Euro 2024 qualifying match on Tuesday at Hampden Park, coach Luis de la Fuente was left to regret two defensive miscues that cost his team the match. But, he refused to place blame for the loss on his players.
10:25 - 29.03.2023
EURO 2024 Scott McTominay praises Scotland's team after an astounding win against Spain
Scotland defeated Spain 2-0 in a surprising win in their second game of the Euro 2024 qualifier with Scott McTominay scoring both goals for the Scottish team.
A Pedro Porro error allowed Andy Robertson to send the ball into Scott McTominay's path for the first goal of either half, and Kieran Tierney added a second goal after eluding a feeble challenge from Dani Carvajal.
De la Fuente calls the loss a “painful defeat”
The loss to Scotland at Hampden Park on Tuesday leaves Spain with only three points in their first two games and sits second, three points behind Scotland who already have six points.
15:45 - 28.03.2023
EURO 2024 Czech midfielder Souček was disappointed his team were unable to win against Moldova
The Czech Republic drew their second group game against Moldova having defeated Poland in their first game of the Euro 2024 qualifiers.
Speaking to Teledeporte, De la Fuente said, “It's a painful defeat. Analysing the game, I think early on we did things well enough to change the result. I'll keep those positives, but there's still a lot to improve. I'm happy with the attitude of the boys.
“At this high level, any mistake costs you. But you shouldn't blame the players. It serves as an experience that any small incident tilts the balance of the match.”
De la Fuente plan still intact
Ahead of the Uefa Nations League semi-final match against Italy on June 15, De la Fuente stated that the outcome will not alter his plans with his team ready to take up the challenge when the time comes.
19:25 - 25.03.2023
EURO 2024 Scott McTominay scores two late goals in Scotland win against Cyprus
At Hampden Park on Saturday, Scotland's first encounter of the Euro 2024 qualifying campaign against Cyprus ended in a 3-0 victory thanks to two goals from substitute midfielder Scott McTominay.
De la Fuente, still speaking, said, “Of course, I bet on the players in this squad, the same as others who have not been able to come. I bet on them a thousand times.
“You can always change things and improve. You have to work harder. The players have grasped this idea well and I have seen them identify with it.
“I think we have planted seeds and the future will bring us better experiences.”
Related content
10:25 - 29.03.2023
EURO 2024 Scott McTominay praises Scotland's team after an astounding win against Spain
Scotland defeated Spain 2-0 in a surprising win in their second game of the Euro 2024 qualifier with Scott McTominay scoring both goals for the Scottish team.
21:55 - 28.03.2023
Spain fall to 17-year low with defeat to Scotland
Spain suffered a shock defeat to Scotland in Euro 2024 qualifying.