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‘We’re the same as we were then’: bullish Spain confident of repeating Euros success
Squad has evolved since 2024 but the European champions are happy to embrace the tag of tournament favourites

TL;DR
- Spain, the reigning European champions, are confident and embrace the tag of tournament favorites for the upcoming World Cup.
- Despite losing key leaders like Álvaro Morata and Dani Carvajal, the squad believes they are stronger than their Euro-winning team.
- Key players such as Rodri, Pedri, Nico Williams, and Lamine Yamal are seen as world-class talents, with Rodri having won the Ballon d'Or.
- The team's internal confidence and cohesion remain unchanged, even as external perception has shifted due to their success.
- Spain's Euro 2024 victory was historic, as they were the first champion to win every game and went unbeaten in 30 matches.
- The team is focused on continuity, with many players having played together since youth levels under coach Luis de la Fuente.