De la Fuente manages player workload in compressed schedule

Luis de la Fuente has been critical of the new calendar and now has evidence to support his concerns. The compressed schedule has already resulted in four players suffering physical problems, forcing the coach to balance winning matches with managing player fatigue and ensuring the team arrives at the final match in optimal condition.

The Spanish national team coach faces the challenge of administering efforts, distributing playing time, and maintaining player fitness throughout this demanding stretch. His approach to managing what he calls 'Lamine-dependencia' will be crucial as Spain navigates this challenging period in their competitive schedule. afsport.lat