As the quarter-finals of the European Championship approach, Germany’s captain Ilkay Gündogan is feeling confident in his team’s chances against Spain. Despite Spain being highly respected and having a strong reputation, Gündogan believes that Germany has qualities that make them well-suited to face the Spanish team.
In particular, he praised the talents of 16-year-old Lamine Yamal, who plays for FC Barcelona alongside Gündogan himself. While he called Yamal an “extremely special” talent, he also noted that there is still much for him to learn, particularly in terms of defensive movements. However, Gündogan highlighted Yamal’s role as a transition player as crucial for Spain’s success in the match.
Overall, Gündogan believes that Friday’s match between Germany and Spain will be a tough one, with both teams performing at high levels in terms of form and efficiency. He emphasized that handling transitions without possession would be key to winning the game and securing a place in the semi-finals.
