Fernando Hierro leaves job as Spain head coach after FIFA World Cup 2018 exit
6 years, 6 months ago

Fernando Hierro leaves job as Spain head coach after FIFA World Cup 2018 exit

Hindustan Times  

Fernando Hierro, who stood in as Spain coach when Julen Lopetegui was sacked on the eve of the World Cup, will not continue in the role, the Spanish football federation said Sunday. Spain coach Fernando Hierro looks dejected after losing the penalty shoot-out against Russia in FIFA World Cup 2018. “After travelling many kilometres together, the Spanish Football Federation and Fernando Hierro have put an end to their relationship,” the federation said. READ | World Cup 2018: It’s England vs Croatia, France vs Belgium in race to final Spain were tipped among the favourites until Lopetegui caused chaos by announcing he would become Real Madrid’s new coach after the World Cup.

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Jaime Lozano fired as head coach 2 weeks after Mexico’s Copa America exit
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Jaime Lozano fired as head coach 2 weeks after Mexico’s Copa America exit

Associated Press  

MEXICO CITY — Jaime Lozano has been fired as head coach two weeks after Mexico’s first-round exit at the Copa América. The Mexican Football Federation on Tuesday said Lozano declined its offer to stay and work as an assistant to the next coach for two years and potentially take over again after the 2026 World Cup. Lozano guided Mexico’s Under-23 …

Former Spain coach Del Bosque to head the commission overseeing beleaguered soccer federation
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Former Spain coach Del Bosque to head the commission overseeing beleaguered soccer federation

Associated Press  

MADRID — Former Spain coach Vicente del Bosque will lead the Spanish government’s commission overseeing the country’s soccer federation after a corruption probe targeted the current and former federation presidents. Spain’s Higher Sports Council created the commission last week in an extraordinary measure for the coming months “in response to the crisis the institution is facing and in Spain’s national …

Spain appoints ex-national coach Vicente del Bosque to supervise RFEF
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain appoints ex-national coach Vicente del Bosque to supervise RFEF

The Hindu  

Spain’s government on Tuesday appointed former national squad coach Vicente del Bosque as head of a new committee supervising the country’s scandal-ridden Royal Spanish Football Federation, Sports Minister Pilar Alegria said. Spain, which will co-host the 2030 World Cup, last week announced the creation of a special committee to oversee RFEF until the governing body holds new elections. The move …

Where is Spain’s 2010 World Cup winning squad right now?
1 year, 6 months ago

Where is Spain’s 2010 World Cup winning squad right now?

The Hindu  

Spain’s golden generation experienced the highest of highs when they won the European Championship in back-to-back editions in 2008 and 2012 while also winning a first World Cup in 2010. 3) Gerard Pique Pique, a starter in the Spain XI which won the World Cup, has 102 caps for the national team and retired post the 2018 World Cup. 13) …

Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente confident more to come after Nations League crown
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente confident more to come after Nations League crown

Hindustan Times  

Spain's Nations League victory could get the country back on a winning streak, head coach Luis de la Fuente said after securing the country's first international trophy in over a decade through a hard-fought win on penalties against Croatia. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente, 2nd left, poses with the trophy after winning the Nations League final match between Croatia …

Portugal’s Fernando Santos set to be named Poland coach
1 year, 11 months ago

Portugal’s Fernando Santos set to be named Poland coach

The Hindu  

Polish Football Association president Cezary Kulesza hinted on Monday that former Portugal boss Fernando Santos would be named their new coach. Santos, 68, will succeed Czeslaw Michniewicz, who was sacked last month following a last-16 appearance at the World Cup in Qatar. Santos was previously Portugal coach, but quit last month following the team’s shock World Cup quarter-final loss to …

FIFA World Cup: Messi to Mbappe, top 10 goal celebrations of Qatar 2022
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Messi to Mbappe, top 10 goal celebrations of Qatar 2022

The Hindu  

The sport of football has often seen unique gestures when it comes to celebrations after a goal. Mitchell Duke vs Tunisia Australian forward Duke, after scoring a 23rd-minute header against Tunisia in a group D fixture, made a gesture with his fingers that initially seemed like a variation of video game Fortnite’s ‘Taking the L’ celebration. Lionel Messi vs Netherlands …

Portugal Coach Fernando Santos Leaves Job after FIFA World Cup Exit
2 years, 1 month ago

Portugal Coach Fernando Santos Leaves Job after FIFA World Cup Exit

News 18  

Fernando Santos has left his job as Portugal coach after his team lost to Morocco in the World Cup quarter-finals, the Portuguese Football Federation said on Thursday The Portuguese suffered a shock 1-0 defeat by Morocco in Qatar on Saturday, after Santos started with the country’s all-time record goalscorer Cristiano Ronaldo on the substitutes’ bench. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points …

World Cup: Portugal sack Fernando Santos after quarter-final exit vs Morocco and dropping Ronaldo
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup: Portugal sack Fernando Santos after quarter-final exit vs Morocco and dropping Ronaldo

Daily Mail  

Portugal have sacked Fernando Santos as their national team coach. The 68-year-old manager led Portugal to the quarter-finals of the World Cup in Qatar before crashing out of the tournament following a shock 1-0 defeat against Morocco last Saturday. Portugal have sacked manager Fernando Santos after his side's shock quarter-final elimination Morocco produced one of the upsets of the tournament …

FIFA World Cup: New Spain coach De La Fuente defends his appointment
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: New Spain coach De La Fuente defends his appointment

The Hindu  

New Spain coach Luis de la Fuente defended his appointment after criticism he lacked experience at the top level, during his presentation on Monday. De la Fuente replaces Luis Enrique after the former Barcelona coach was sacked following Spain’s shock World Cup last 16 defeat by Morocco. “If there is anyone in Spain who knows the present and the future …

Which head coaches have resigned or been sacked after FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 exit?
2 years, 1 month ago

Which head coaches have resigned or been sacked after FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 exit?

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 that began with 32 teams on November 20 has reduced down to just seven teams now. Tite - Brazil Brazil head coach Tite leaves his role after the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal exit at the hands of Croatia on Saturday. Gerardo Tata Martino - Mexico Mexico coach Tata Martino accepted full responsibility for its …

Spain’s ‘tiki-taka’ under attack again after FIFA World Cup loss to Morocco in Round of 16
2 years, 1 month ago

Spain’s ‘tiki-taka’ under attack again after FIFA World Cup loss to Morocco in Round of 16

The Hindu  

The Morocco players fell back on defense and patiently watched as Spain kept passing the ball around midfield during its round of 16 match at the FIFA World Cup. The traditional “tiki-taka” ball-possession style allowed Spain to keep the ball during most of the match on Tuesday, but not to get the goals it needed to keep its World Cup …

Luis Enrique: Spain exit confirmed with Luis de la Fuente appointed
2 years, 1 month ago

Luis Enrique: Spain exit confirmed with Luis de la Fuente appointed

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Luis Enrique has split with Spain as the …

Luis Enrique Sacked After Spain's Exit From FIFA World Cup 2022
2 years, 1 month ago

Luis Enrique Sacked After Spain's Exit From FIFA World Cup 2022

News 18  

Luis Enrique was replaced by José Luis de la Fuente as Spain’s coach on Thursday after the national team was eliminated in the round of 16 at the World Cup. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot The federation thanked Luis Enrique …

Spain coach Luis Enrique out after shock FIFA World Cup exit
2 years, 1 month ago

Spain coach Luis Enrique out after shock FIFA World Cup exit

The Hindu  

Spain parted ways with Luis Enrique, naming Luis de la Fuente as his replacement as head coach of the country’s national team following Spain’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup. Spain, the 2010 World Cup champion, was favored over Morocco, which reached its first-ever quarterfinals. “The RFEF energetically wishes Luis Enrique and his team the best of luck in their …

Luis Enrique refuses to discuss Spain future after World Cup exit
2 years, 1 month ago

Luis Enrique refuses to discuss Spain future after World Cup exit

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Luis Enrique has refused to confirm that he …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Ronaldo eyes quarters as Morocco dares to dream
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Ronaldo eyes quarters as Morocco dares to dream

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo will aim to fire Portugal past Switzerland and into the World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday as Morocco bid to derail Spain's bid for a second global crown. Just two last-eight slots remain to be filled in Qatar after five-time winners Brazil swatted aside South Korea 4-1 and 2018 finalists Croatia squeezed past Japan via a penalty shoot-out. Ronaldo's …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Who is the Portugal coach Fernando Santos at Qatar WC?
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Who is the Portugal coach Fernando Santos at Qatar WC?

The Hindu  

A former defender with Primeira Liga club Estoril, Fernando Santosh took up coaching shortly after his retirement. Santos first came into the spotlight in 2016 when he helped Portugal clinch its maiden European title, beating France in the final 1-0. However, in the 2018 World Cup, Santos’ team could not progress beyond the pre-quarterfinals after a 2-1 loss to Uruguay. …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Who is the Spain manager now at the Qatar WC?
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Who is the Spain manager now at the Qatar WC?

The Hindu  

Luis Enrique was a versatile player. Now he is poised to return to the World Cup as a coach of Spain for the second time. But a year later, in the aftermath of Spain’s disappointing pre-quarterfinals exit in the Russia World Cup, he left the team in July 2019 only to join back four months later. They have been drawn …

Spain at FIFA World Cup 2022: Squad analysis, starting XI, formation, for Qatar
2 years, 2 months ago

Spain at FIFA World Cup 2022: Squad analysis, starting XI, formation, for Qatar

The Hindu  

Spain will look to make an early impression in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, when it starts its Qatar WC campaign on November 23 this year. Luis Enrique had to take stern decisions as it made notable exclusions, including goalkeeper David De Gea and former defender and captain Sergio Ramos, in the 26-member team for the FIFA World Cup 2022. …

FIFA World Cup: Ansu Fati in, Thiago Alcantara, Sergio Ramos and David de Gea left out of Spain's squad
2 years, 2 months ago

FIFA World Cup: Ansu Fati in, Thiago Alcantara, Sergio Ramos and David de Gea left out of Spain's squad

India Today  

Luis Enrique called himself the "best coach on the face of the earth" after picking Spain's 26-man FIFA World Cup squad, which does not include Thiago Alcantara, Sergio Ramos and David de Gea. Barcelona's Ansu Fati was named in the squad but Enrique left out Liverpool midfielder Thiago, Manchester United goalkeeper de Gea and Paris St. Germain defender Sergio Ramos. …

Sevilla fires Julen Lopetegui after loss to Dortmund in CL
2 years, 3 months ago

Sevilla fires Julen Lopetegui after loss to Dortmund in CL

Associated Press  

MADRID — Sevilla made official the departure of coach Julen Lopetegui after the team’s 4-1 home loss to Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Wednesday. “Sevilla will forever be in my heart.” The loss to Dortmund virtually ended Sevilla’s chances of advancing to the last 16 of the Champions League. Lopetegui was with Sevilla for three years, leading it …

Sevilla sacks coach Lopetegui after Dortmund thrashing
2 years, 3 months ago

Sevilla sacks coach Lopetegui after Dortmund thrashing

The Hindu  

Sevilla made official the departure of coach Julen Lopetegui after the team's 4-1 home loss to Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. “Sevilla will forever be in my heart.” The loss to Dortmund virtually ended Sevilla's chances of advancing to the last 16 of the Champions League. Lopetegui was with Sevilla for three years, leading it to a Europa League …

Euro 2020: Spain Manager Luis Enrique Has Old Scores to Settle With Italy
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Spain Manager Luis Enrique Has Old Scores to Settle With Italy

News 18  

Luis Enrique’s belligerent self-belief has led Spain to the semi-finals of Euro 2020, but the former Barcelona boss has another personal score to settle in Tuesday’s last four against Italy. Luis Enrique’s contentious call to leave out former captain Sergio Ramos for Euro 2020 broke the last remaining link to the 2008 team. Without Ramos, or any other Real Madrid …

Luis Enrique rumoured to be returning to Spain role
5 years, 1 month ago

Luis Enrique rumoured to be returning to Spain role

The Hindu  

The Royal Spanish Football Federation has called a news conference for Tuesday amid reports Luis Enrique will replace Robert Moreno as Spain coach. Former assistant Moreno took temporary charge of Spain in March when coach Luis Enrique went on a leave of absence after his daughter Xana was diagnosed with bone cancer. READ: Argentina vs Uruguay: Messi's stoppage-time penalty seals …

Euro 2020 qualifiers: Spain coach Robert Moreno says would gladly step aside if Luis Enrique wants to return
5 years, 4 months ago

Euro 2020 qualifiers: Spain coach Robert Moreno says would gladly step aside if Luis Enrique wants to return

Firstpost  

Luis Enrique’s former assistant Moreno is preparing for his first games in charge of Spain since being officially appointed, having managed the team on three occasions during his predecessor’s absence. Barcelona: Spain coach Robert Moreno said on Tuesday he would gladly to step aside if Luis Enrique wished to return to the post, after giving it up to spend time …

Who is Spain's new coach Robert Moreno?
5 years, 6 months ago

Who is Spain's new coach Robert Moreno?

The Hindu  

Robert Moreno has been appointed as Spain's permanent head coach after Luis Enrique stepped down from the role. READ | Luis Enrique steps down as Spain coach; Robert Moreno takes over During Wednesday's news conference, Royal Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales confirmed Moreno will be in charge until the end of Euro 2020. But they were back together in …

Luis Enrique steps down as Spain manager due to 'serious personal reasons'; assistant Roberto Moreno to take over
5 years, 6 months ago

Luis Enrique steps down as Spain manager due to 'serious personal reasons'; assistant Roberto Moreno to take over

Firstpost  

Luis Enrique to be replaced by Roberto Moreno who was part of his coaching staff at Celta Vigo, AS Roma and FC Barcelona. Luis Enrique has stepped down as Spain’s national football team’s manager to attend to ‘serious personal reasons’ with assistant manager Roberto Moreno being announced as his successor. President of the Spanish football federation Luis Rubiales announced Enrique’s …

Spain vs Sweden: Robert Moreno hopes for Luis Enrique return
5 years, 7 months ago

Spain vs Sweden: Robert Moreno hopes for Luis Enrique return

The Hindu  

Robert Moreno is hopeful Monday's 3-0 win over Sweden is the last game he will be required to fill in for the absent Spain coach Luis Enrique. Spain swept Sweden aside with ease at the Santiago Bernabeu, with second-half penalties from Sergio Ramos and Alvaro Morata added to by Alvaro Oyarzabal's fine strike as La Roja went five points clear …

LaLiga: Sevilla appoint former Spain coach Julen Lopetegui as manager for next three seasons
5 years, 7 months ago

LaLiga: Sevilla appoint former Spain coach Julen Lopetegui as manager for next three seasons

Firstpost  

Sevilla said Tuesday they had signed Julen Lopetegui, who was sacked as Spain coach on the eve of the 2018 World Cup, as manager for the next three seasons. Madrid: Sevilla said Tuesday they had signed Julen Lopetegui, who was sacked as Spain coach on the eve of the 2018 World Cup, as manager for the next three seasons. I’m …

Real Madrid sack Julen Lopetegui with Santiago Solari announced as interim manager
6 years, 2 months ago

Real Madrid sack Julen Lopetegui with Santiago Solari announced as interim manager

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Real Madrid have fired coach Julen Lopetegui after …

Julen Lopetegui will be sacked having wrecked dreams of Spain and Real Madrid within 20 weeks
6 years, 2 months ago

Julen Lopetegui will be sacked having wrecked dreams of Spain and Real Madrid within 20 weeks

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid have sacked coach Julen Lopetegui on Monday, not yet five months after his decision to join them cost him the Spain job – two dreams wrecked in the space of 20 weeks. Julen Lopetegui shows the strain of the humiliating 5-1 El Clasico defeat by Barcelona Real Madrid have picked up just one point from their last five …

World Cup 2018: Luis Enrique excited by Spain challenge
6 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2018: Luis Enrique excited by Spain challenge

The Hindu  

Luis Enrique is excited by the challenge of taking charge of Spain following a year out of the game after his Barcelona departure. Luis Enrique takes the Spain job as the permanent successor to Julen Lopetegui, who was sacked on the eve of the World Cup after it was announced he was taking over at Real Madrid following the tournament. …

Spain: Jose Molina named RFEF sporting director
6 years, 6 months ago

Spain: Jose Molina named RFEF sporting director

The Hindu  

Former Spain goalkeeper Jose Molina has been announced as the Royal Spanish Football Federation's new sporting director, succeeding Fernando Hierro. Spain's World Cup campaign was thrown into turmoil just two days before its opener against Portugal on June 15, when Julen Lopetegui was sacked as a result of accepting a post-tournament role with Real Madrid. Hierro stepped in and took …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Luis Enrique to be named Spain football team coach - reports
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Luis Enrique to be named Spain football team coach - reports

Hindustan Times  

Former Barcelona coach Luis Enrique is to be named as the new Spain coach, according to widespread reports in the Spanish media on Monday. Luis Enrique, former Barcelona coach, may become the next Spain football team coach. Leading newspaper Marca said on their front cover the 48-year-old has been chosen by Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales as the successor …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Spain parts ways with emergency coach Fernando Hierro
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Spain parts ways with emergency coach Fernando Hierro

India TV News  

Fernando Hierro is out as coach of Spain's national team after less than a month in charge and a disappointing four-game run at the World Cup. The Spanish federation said Sunday that it wanted "to thank Fernando Hierro for his commitment and for assuming the responsibility of being in charge of the national team during some extraordinary situations." Hierro got …

Iniesta retires from Spain after World Cup loss to Russia
6 years, 6 months ago

Iniesta retires from Spain after World Cup loss to Russia

India TV News  

Andres Iniesta, the elegant midfielder who was a symbol of Spain's golden generation, retired from international soccer following the team's loss to Russia in a penalty shootout at the World Cup on Sunday. Iniesta, who scored the winning goal in the 2010 World Cup final, had already hinted this would be his final tournament with the national team, and he …

Spain bow out of FIFA World Cup 2018 with heads held high, says Sergio Ramos
6 years, 6 months ago

Spain bow out of FIFA World Cup 2018 with heads held high, says Sergio Ramos

Hindustan Times  

Sergio Ramos insists Spain leave with their “heads held high” after being dumped out of the World Cup by hosts Russia on Sunday. Spain's Andres Iniesta and Sergio Ramos look dejected after losing the penalty shootout against Russia in the FIFA World Cup 2018. Igor Akinfeev was Russia’s hero after saving penalties from Koke and Iago Aspas as 2010 champions …

Andres Iniesta Announces International Retirement After Spain Loss
6 years, 6 months ago

Andres Iniesta Announces International Retirement After Spain Loss

The Quint  

"It's bad, it's tough," he said. "It's a difficult moment, one we have been through on various occasions -- we weren't capable of going that little bit extra. "The critics don't matter so much; we are angry because we weren't capable of taking another step and we didn't rise to the occasion, despite trying everything. Iniesta said he had no …

FIFA World Cup 2018 Russia Live: Iniesta announces retirement after Spain's ouster
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018 Russia Live: Iniesta announces retirement after Spain's ouster

The Hindu  

Spanish midfielder Andres Iniesta has announced his retirement from international football after Spain's round-of-16 exit on Sunday. READ: Russia dumps Spain out of World Cup, Akinfeev the hero in shootout "Sometimes the endings are not as one dreams," Iniesta said post the match. Iniesta played 131 times for his country, netting 13 times – including the iconic World Cup winning …

Ramos: Spain bow out with heads held high
6 years, 6 months ago

Ramos: Spain bow out with heads held high

The Hindu  

Sergio Ramos insists Spain leaves Russia with its "head held high" after being dumped out of the World Cup by host Russia on Sunday. Igor Akinfeev was Russia's hero after saving penalties from Koke and Iago Aspas as 2010 champion Spain, which dominated possession without creating clear chances, was defeated 4-3 on penalties after the game had finished 1-1. Sergei …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Midfielder Isco assumes leadership in Spain's time of need as David Silva and Andres Iniesta fail to shine
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Midfielder Isco assumes leadership in Spain's time of need as David Silva and Andres Iniesta fail to shine

Firstpost  

Isco has emerged as a leader in a Spanish side that has failed to live up to its potential and struggled in matches against weaker sides. Moscow: Spain’s turbulent World Cup campaign, which has witnessed the sacking of coach Julen Lopetegui plus three underwhelming performances and only one victory, has at least had one saving grace in the emergence of …

De Gea to retain Spain spot, Hierro confirms
6 years, 6 months ago

De Gea to retain Spain spot, Hierro confirms

The Hindu  

Spain boss Fernando Hierro has insisted he will not drop David de Gea from his starting line-up ahead of the knockout stages of the World Cup. The Manchester United goalkeeper has attracted widespread criticism following his performances so far in Russia, where he conceded five goals in three group stage matches. Spain has Athletic Bilbao's Kepa Arrizabalaga and veteran Pepe …

Carlos Queiroz: Fernando Hierro has united Spain
6 years, 6 months ago

Carlos Queiroz: Fernando Hierro has united Spain

The Hindu  

Fernando Hierro has done an impressive job in keeping Spain's squad united at the World Cup following the sacking of Julen Lopetegui, according to Iran coach Carlos Queiroz. Yet their performance against Portugal demonstrated how they remain a formidable force and Queiroz – whose Iran side face Spain on Wednesday – thinks the former Real Madrid defender deserves praise. "I …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Spain backs David de Gea after horror show against Portugual
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Spain backs David de Gea after horror show against Portugual

India TV News  

David De Gea had a forgettable World Cup debut as a goalkeeper for Spain but quickly turned his focus to the bigger picture for the national team. It was Ronaldo who made De Gea's first World Cup match miserable from start to finish Saturday night. Although he was fantastic this season playing for Manchester United, De Gea also allowed a …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Fernando Hierro-led Spain start tournament campaign against Portugal in much-awaited clash
6 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Fernando Hierro-led Spain start tournament campaign against Portugal in much-awaited clash

Firstpost  

Moscow: Spain and Portugal clash on Friday in an early highlight of the FIFA World Cup as the Spanish camp insist they are united despite this week’s extraordinary sacking of coach Julen Lopetegui. However, Wednesday’s snap decision by the Spanish Football Federation to dump Lopetegui, after he announced he would take over at Real Madrid post-tournament, has left the team …

Julen Lopetegui: Spain firing 'saddest day' since mother's death
6 years, 7 months ago

Julen Lopetegui: Spain firing 'saddest day' since mother's death

India TV News  

Julen Lopetegui said being fired as Spain coach two days before its opening match at the World Cup was possibly "the saddest day of my life" since his mother died, and joining Real Madrid as its new coach was "the happiest day of my life." Rubiales said he felt "compelled" to fire Lopetegui because the coach and Madrid had kept …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Under Hierro, Spain face big opening test against Ronaldo-led Portugal
6 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Under Hierro, Spain face big opening test against Ronaldo-led Portugal

India TV News  

When the draw for the group stage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup was made, the match between Spain and Portugal on the borders of the Black Sea looked as if it would decide which of the two sides would finish top of Group G. However, 24 hours before kick-off it has taken on a whole new significance. Hierro was …

Spain could be stronger without Lopetegui - Martinez
6 years, 7 months ago

Spain could be stronger without Lopetegui - Martinez

The Hindu  

Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez believes Spain could come back stronger following the sacking of Julen Lopetegui. While surprised by the news of the sacking, though, Martinez does not believe it will hinder Spain's chances at the World Cup and he feels it may even bring them closer together. It could go that maybe that affects the work they try …

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