The Youth World Cup has kicked off in Chile, with Spain’s national team playing their opening match against Morocco. The game is taking place at the “Julio Martinez Prádanos” stadium in the country’s capital, Santiago, and is scheduled to start at 22:00 local time.
Spain’s opponent is the Moroccan national team, which recently finished second at the Africa Youth Cup. In preparation for the tournament, Morocco played four friendly matches, ending three in draws and suffering one defeat.
The Spanish squad approaches the World Cup opener following two unsuccessful friendlies against France. Additionally, the team has lost one of its key players — Jon Martín will not be able to participate due to injury and will be supporting his teammates from the sidelines.
The Spanish roster includes players from three different age groups, which, according to the coaching staff, provides the team with added flexibility and versatility. Head coach Paco Gallardo notes that this lineup allows for various tactical options depending on the situation on the field.
The group stage promises to be challenging for Spain: alongside Morocco, their group features strong teams from Brazil and Mexico. Despite a tough draw, the Spanish youth are aiming for a successful start and hope to contend for the main trophy, which will be decided on October 19.
Fans will be able to follow the action, from pre-match news to post-game analysis. The Spanish national team is counting on the support of its fans and aims to demonstrate a confident performance from the very start of the tournament.
