- Spain beats Argentina 1-0 to win the World Cup for the second time, establishing themselves as international football’s dominant side.
- Coach De la Fuente praised the 'team-first' approach and team unity, stating, "We are the most united team and that is thanks to having people with solidarity, values."
- Marc Cucurella must fulfill his promise to get a tattoo of coach De la Fuente's face after Spain's World Cup victory.
Spain's triumph in the World Cup final against Argentina was marked by a strong team spirit, as coach Luis de la Fuente emphasized the importance of unity and values.12
"We are the most united team and that is thanks to having people with solidarity, values," he stated.
The match ended 1-0 after extra time, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal, showcasing the team's resilience despite a challenging game.
De la Fuente, at 65, became the oldest coach to win a World Cup, leading Spain to an impressive record of 38 unbeaten matches across all competitions.
Reflecting on the victory, he expressed pride in his players, stating, "I’m very moved. Looking back and thinking about them, we’ve won everything, absolutely everything, with this generation of players."
Defender Marc Cucurella also made headlines by promising to tattoo De la Fuente's face on his body, a testament to the camaraderie within the squad.3
De la Fuente remarked humorously about the tattoo, saying, "I am too old for tattoos but my players are men of their word and I know they will stick to their word."
Spain's victory not only solidifies their status in international football but also highlights the importance of teamwork and dedication in achieving greatness.
“De la Fuente, at 65, became the oldest coach to win a World Cup after Spain beat defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time. Spain are now unbeaten in 38 matches, a record for any European or South American team, while defender Marc Cucurella must follow through on his promise to tattoo De la Fuente's face.”
South China Morning Post
