The Spanish futsal team has reached the final of the European Championship, eight years after their last appearance in this instance. The team, led by Jesús Velasco, proved their worth by defeating Croatia with a score of 2-1 in a match full of tension. Spain dominated much of the match, exhibiting the solidity that has characterized it during the tournament. However, they faced a combative Croatia, backed by their fans, who did not give respite until the last second. With this victory, the Spanish team is one step away from regaining the continental title, which they lost in 2018 to Portugal.
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An intense duel from the start
Croatia presented a physical match, hindering the circulation of the Spanish ball and seeking direct play. Despite this pressure, Spain maintained control and initiative, generating the first dangerous opportunities.- Antonio’s shot hitting the post.
- A one-on-one by Gordillo.
Resistance and Trade in the Second Half
In the second half, Croatia intensified their pressure, complicating Spain’s ball exit. Goalkeeper Dídac emerged as a key figure, making crucial interventions to maintain the advantage. Croatia scored an own goal by Rivillos. Sekulic crashed a free kick against the crossbar. Spain managed to maintain concentration and secure their place in the final. The final will be played on Saturday, against Portugal or France, with the hope of lifting the trophy.Statements by Jesus Velasco
It means a lot to be back in the final. We were coming from a bad result in the last World Cup and this pass is very important, not only for the national team, but also for Spanish futsal. The coach Jesús Velasco highlighted the competitive level of his team and stated his goal: “We want to leave here as champions”. Velasco acknowledged the difficulty of the match against Croatia and admitted that Spain lost some control after the break.We got an important advantage, but we got a little overconfident. In futsal, winning by two goals means nothing.
Jesús Velasco
