Champions! This Spain is too strong: it has abandoned 10 years of obsession; Real Madrid and Barcelona players join hands

Spain defeated Croatia 3-0 in the first battle of Euro 2024. This victory is not only a three point gain, but also a successful verification of the new tactical concept. Coach Luis Delafuente delivered a clear message after the game: "We may not be able to control everything outside, but on the court, we are full of power. This is our belief, which is gradually becoming popular. We welcome the expectations of fans and the people of the country, but next time, we must do better. This is our goal, a spirit of continuous indoctrination."

De LaFuente's coaching style is unique. His words not only calm the excessive exultation, but also reveal the firm belief from the locker room, showing the determination of the Spanish team to pursue their dreams. After 111 games, Spain lost the ball control rate for the first time in 10 years, but this change made them hit their opponents in a more deadly way. The "more direct" Spain that Croatian coach Dalic foresaw before the game was confirmed in the game. The Spanish team's football has entered a new realm. Instead of abandoning the pass and control, they have flexibly adjusted according to the characteristics of the opponents, players and the game process. This transformation has given the team a changeable style, making the opponents unpredictable.

Rodry, the core midfielder of the Spanish team, as a representative of the tiki taka style, concisely responded to the national discussion on the style of the national team: "The Spanish style? The style that can bring victory is the best." Delafuente's team is gradually demonstrating that they have the ability to surpass the traditional playing method that has dominated Spanish football for many years in the past, Strive to upgrade and modernize this tactical system that has brought numerous honors. For a long time, deviating from this line is regarded as betraying the national football spirit, and tiki taka seems to have become an unquestionable dogma. However, the biggest lesson is that we failed to adapt to changes in time.

Although Croatia has an advantage in ball control rate and pass times, Spain has no disadvantage. They proved that the real control is not only reflected in the data, but also in the grasp of the game rhythm and threat creation. De LaFuente's team made use of the speed and breakthrough ability of the wing, especially the threat of Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, and also demonstrated the superb skill of penetrating from the middle. Spain realized for the first time in the friendly match against Germany ten years ago that ball control is no longer the only guarantee of victory. Now they pay more attention to the results than the ball control rate.

The trap set by the Spanish team in the first match was fatal. They used Croatia's strategy of trying to limit the flanks to find a breakthrough through the delicate operation of the midfield. Fabian Ruiz's subtle inside pass helped Morata open the situation, while Pedri's midfield tandem laid the foundation for Spain's second goal. The midfield combination of Rodriguez, Pedri and Fabian shows a high level of tactical literacy. Their free flow and sense of position make the Spanish midfield like a sophisticated machine.

The side partner of Kawahar and Yamal became a highlight of the game. The combination of experienced Kawahar and young talent Yamal produced a chemical reaction, which made Croatia defenceless. Yamal's breakthrough and Kawahar's timely insertion not only brought Kawahar the first goal of his national team career, but also the best demonstration of their tacit cooperation, and also the symbol of team spirit.

For the controversial striker Morata, this game is a stage for him to respond to questions in his own way. His goals not only made him an efficient striker in the history of the European Cup, but also proved his value in the national team with his actions and responded to all criticisms and doubts.

Spain's debut in the European Cup is not only a victory, but also a signal that the Spanish team under Del LaFuente not only inherits the tradition, but also has the courage to innovate, with a group of players who can adapt to a variety of tactics and stand out at the critical moment. They proved that the talent training mechanism of Spanish football is still strong, and the winning style is the new image that this Spanish team is shaping.