Spain's goalscorer calls World Cup final a dream come true

Pedro Porro, who scored Spain's second goal in their 2-0 World Cup semifinal victory over France, called reaching the final a "dream come true." He expressed immense happiness with the team's performance from start to finish, highlighting their execution of the game plan against a formidable opponent.

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It's a dream come true. We knew France was a very difficult opponent who has done incredibly well. But honestly, this is the merit of the whole team and not mine at all.

"It's a dream come true. We knew France was a very difficult opponent who has done incredibly well. But honestly, this is the merit of the whole team and not mine at all," said the Tottenham defender. Coach Luis de la Fuente echoed Porro's sentiments, commending his squad's unwavering commitment to their strategy over the past four years.

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We started almost four years ago with an idea, which we have stuck to ever since, and it is what has brought us here.

De la Fuente lauded his players' dedication, unity, selflessness, and talent, stating that they make the difficult look easy. He confidently declared Spain, the reigning European champions, as the "best team in the world." The victory secured Spain's spot in the final, where they will face the winner of the England-Argentina semifinal.

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These players deserve everything. Day after day they have shown their dedication, togetherness, selflessness and talent. They make the difficult look easy.

Back in Spain, particularly in Madrid, the victory sparked widespread jubilation. Fans, clad in national team colors and waving Spanish flags, filled the streets, celebrating with cheers and honking car horns. Many expressed unwavering confidence, with one fan stating, "People didn't give us a chance, but we beat France, and we will beat whoever we face in the final."

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People didn't give us a chance, but we beat France, and we will beat whoever we face in the final.