After Spain hammered Costa Rica 7-0 in their World Cup 2022 opener, Dhaka Tribune had a chat with Bashundhara Kings' Spanish head coach Oscar Bruzon ahead of their second game against Germany later Sunday. Here are the excerpts:
You must be happy to see Spain rolling…
True thing. They have delivered a masterful performance having such a young team. But it is just a good start that can help the team to build self-confidence and belief we can go far in the tournament.
Hope we show consistency and can dominate again in the next important game against Germany.
Why are the Spanish youngsters playing so well? Did you expect such a show?
Our young generation has won international competitions for Spain at the grass root and youth stages, apart from it we are in the final of the Nations League and reached Euro semi-finals in the last two years.
The team, the coach, the players and the supporters spread confidence on being able to reach the final rounds of the competition.
Why did Germany lose to Japan?
Germany were stunned by Japan comeback as they came with a total team performance being more efficient on the key moments and events of the game.
After conceding, they became more aggressive at Germany half, and they smartly took the initiative of the game as Germany was just trying to hold the lead.
What's your prediction on Spain v Germany?
Anything in line with what the games requires for us, which is not other than not losing the game.
Score?
I am not good at predictions.
As things stand now, don't you think Spain are favorites against Germany?
The game is a must win for Germany and Spain just have not to lose it. Let's see under these circumstances what both teams propose on the pitch.
But what it is clear is that both teams always play under the game idea of having the initiative and dominate the opponent.
Probably it will be an exciting and attacking based game from both contenders.
What are your thoughts on the World Cup craze in Bangladesh? Do you feel the heat?
I am amazed on knowing that the people of Bangladesh totally vibes, and bring emotions up when it comes to football.
Many enjoy when different teams deliver good and positive performances, especially when they come from Asian teams and the duality and rivalry between Argentina and Brazil.
There are Spanish fans too...
Yes, in marginal numbers but I hope that the positive performance and result in our first game bring more people on our side.
