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Spain Coach Warns of Austria's Intense Style of Play

From Der Standard · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Spain's football coach Luis de la Fuente has warned his team about Austria's aggressive and determined playing style ahead of their World Cup match.
  • De la Fuente acknowledged Austria's physicality, stating Spain expects many duels but is prepared for the challenge.
  • Despite the warning, the Spanish team intends to stick to their own style of play during the upcoming game.

Spain's national football team coach, Luis de la Fuente, has issued a warning to his players regarding the intense style of play expected from their opponent, Austria, in the upcoming World Cup fixture. De la Fuente described Austria as a "very aggressive team, very determined," anticipating a match filled with physical duels.

Speaking at a press conference in Los Angeles, the Spanish coach acknowledged Austria's strengths, particularly their direct approach and physicality. "We expect many duels, and we will be ready for that," he stated, indicating that his squad is aware of the challenges posed by the Austrian team's high-energy tactics.

Despite recognizing Austria's intensity, De la Fuente affirmed that Spain plans to remain true to their own tactical identity. The team aims to leverage their own strengths while preparing to counter Austria's aggressive approach. The match is scheduled for Thursday evening in Los Angeles.

Austria is a very aggressive team, very determined. We expect many duels, and we will be ready for that.

— Luis de la FuenteDescribing Austria's playing style ahead of the World Cup match.
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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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