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SpainS Coach Eyes England’s Vulnerabilities Ahead of Euro 2025 Final
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Spain’s head coach, Montse Tomé, has identified England’s ability to win even when not playing at their best as a key challenge for her team in the upcoming Euro 2025 final. However, she also believes Spain can exploit vulnerabilities by applying consistent pressure, drawing lessons from their previous encounters.
Strategic Approach: Pressure and Persistence
Tomé acknowledged the strength of the Lionesses, noting their tournament resilience. “England are very competitive - they showed during the tournament sometimes, even if they don’t play very well, they end up winning,” she stated. “We know it will be hard.”
despite this, Tomé is confident in Spain’s ability to dictate the game. “For these reasons, we have to [apply] pressure,” she explained. “From the Wembley [game] I felt we deserved more, we had the ball, we had moments. From the game in barcelona,the first half was quite balanced,but then we overcame them because we put lots of pressure on to England.” This suggests a tactical blueprint focused on suffocating England’s play and capitalizing on any moments of uncertainty.
Squad Strength and Tournament Experience
Tomé, who took the helm of the national side in September 2023, is relishing her first major tournament as head coach. She confirmed that she has a full squad of 23 players available for the final, which will be held at St Jakob Park. This availability of her entire squad provides her with a wealth of options as she prepares to face the reigning champions.
Looking ahead: A Historic Possibility
The final represents a significant opportunity for Spain to etch their name in football history. Facing a formidable England side, Tomé’s strategic approach, emphasizing relentless pressure and learning from past performances, will be crucial. The team’s collective strength and the coach’s tactical acumen will be put to the ultimate test as they aim to lift the Euro 2025 trophy.