Dani Olmo: 'The '10' is a number I like, why change if everything is going well?'

Spanish national team player Dani Olmo has explained his choice to continue wearing the No. 10 jersey, a number he feels comfortable with and has achieved success wearing. Olmo stated that the decision is personal and not a cause for external debate, noting that he previously wore the number when Spain won the 2024 European Championship. "It's a number I like, and why change if everything is going well?" he asked during a sponsorship event.

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It's a number I like, and why change if everything is going well?

Olmo conveyed the team's strong connection with the nation's support heading into the World Cup, emphasizing their determination to compete fiercely. "For a World Cup, there are no excuses. It doesn't matter how many games you play in the season. We have time to prepare ourselves well physically and mentally for what's coming. The team is doing well, with players who are recovering and will be in condition for the World Cup," he said regarding the demanding match schedule.

Regarding his teammates, Olmo provided a positive update on Lamine Yamal, who plays with him at FC Barcelona. Yamal had missed the end of the season due to injury but is progressing well in his recovery. "I see him well. Training little by little in his rehabilitation process. He is on a good path, and we celebrate that," Olmo commented.

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For a World Cup, there are no excuses. It doesn't matter how many games you play in the season. We have time to prepare ourselves well physically and mentally for what's coming. The team is doing well, with players who are recovering and will be in condition for the World Cup.

Additionally, Yeremy Pino, who also spoke at the press conference, shared his positive experience after winning the Conference League. He described it as a significant moment, especially after a challenging year involving his move from Villarreal to Crystal Palace in London. "I was lucky that my family was present at the stadium, and I could share a great victory for them after a complicated year for me due to the change of scenery," he said.

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I see him well. Training little by little in his rehabilitation process. He is on a good path, and we celebrate that.

Pino also highlighted the role of the Spanish national team coach, Luis de la Fuente, in making all players feel valued. "I have been fortunate that with Luis, I have always felt important, whether I play or not, and that is very important for a player," he stated. The Spanish team is currently training in Las Rozas, Madrid, and is scheduled to play friendly matches against Iraq on June 4 and Peru on June 8 before heading to the United States for the World Cup.

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I was lucky that my family was present at the stadium, and I could share a great victory for them after a complicated year for me due to the change of scenery.