Friday 045 Euro 2019 Switzerland vs Spain
Competition time: 2021-07-03 00:00
After beating France in the quarter-finals, Switzerland is poised to surprise again in the quarter-finals against Spain, while Jose Mourinho predicts Spain will reach the semi-finals.
Swiss coach Vladimir Petkovic said that although undervalued before playing against Spain, Switzerland was very excited and confident about reaching the semi-finals.
After defeating France, Petkovic and his players were very excited and prepared for the match against Spain.
The head coach said: "We did a good job in reaching the quarter-finals, but we weren't satisfied and wanted more. We want to go one step further and prepare for the challenge against Spain. Petkovich said.
After receiving a second yellow card against France, Switzerland will have no suspension for midfielder Granit Xhaka.
"Granit Xhaka's absence is a loss, but I have another option. All the players on the pitch have to fight harder because Spain are a great team and they have scored many goals in the last two games. Petkovich added.
Spain coach Luis Enrique, meanwhile, insisted he was not complacent before the match against Switzerland. "The good news for us is that both teams know each other very well. We met recently in the National League. Switzerland will be a very difficult team to beat, they beat France. So it's going to be very difficult. Louis Enrique said.
Luis Enrique also denied claims that many Spanish players showed signs of fatigue. "I have confidence in all the players. They're in good shape," the Spanish boss said.
Ahead of the quarter-finals, Mourinho told Talk Sport: "I'll tell you what I think. England will certainly reach the semi-finals. The Czech Republic will be a tough game against Denmark, but I think Denmark will qualify. Belgium and Italy are a big game, a game to be expected. I think Italy will reach the semi-finals. ”
"Switzerland and Spain are also a game worth waiting for, but Granit Xhaka can't play and Switzerland needs him. Spain will cross Switzerland," Jose Mourinho said.
Mourinho also said that the chances of winning the European title for the first time in England's history are very great: "I think so. Football is home. The final will be held at Wembley and England will play there," Mourinho said.
Our tip: Switzerland 1-2 Spain