Overview
- De la Fuente spoke at a press conference on Friday as Spain prepare to face England at Wembley on Saturday and he guaranteed the team will not relax after recent triumphs.
- He directly attacked the new international break that schedules four matches in ten days, saying the format places excessive demands on players because of tight timing and travel.
- The coach said he will pick the lineup he believes is right for each match and will not automatically replay the World Cup starting XI.
- De la Fuente expressed regret at Marcos Llorente’s absence, praised alternatives such as Eric, Porro and Fresneda, and stressed first senior call-ups give the staff confidence for the next cycle.
- Spain enter this window as reigning European and World champions and are managing a short transition that emphasizes rotation to protect fitness and sustain the team's long‑term competitiveness.