Overview

• Hermoso used social media to suggest that Spain’s players could secure the European title without Tomé; she urged the coach to focus on making the team champions.
• Tomé defended Hermoso’s exclusion by citing fierce competition for forward slots; she also detailed consultations with Hermoso’s club coach at Tigres.
• The forward acknowledged she was not surprised by her omission after four consecutive call-up absences, stating her true grievance was the lack of direct dialogue from the coach.
• Tomé told 'El Larguero' that Hermoso needed to manage her anger; Hermoso replied that she maintains a clear conscience, rejecting any negative energy.
• The exchange revives tensions left over from the Rubiales kiss scandal at the 2023 Women’s World Cup; it underscores ongoing leadership challenges within the Spanish squad.