Holland v Spain preview - Carlos Marchena hails spirit of Spain
Carlos Marchena is convinced that Spain’s ability to play as a unit will help them to overcome Holland in the World Cup final at Soccer City in Johannesburg.
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After suffering an early blip against Switzerland, the Euro 2008 champions have put together five straight wins, dominating possession each time and keeping four clean sheets.
Valencia defender Marchena declared: “There have been great national teams before, but this team is the one that has been able to be the best ‘team’.
“This is how it has managed to get where it is and it’s a great credit to our players. We know the expectations are huge here and in Spain. Hopefully the best times are to come.”
Marchena also feels La Roja deserve to land football’s biggest prize following years of being labelled the game’s great underachievers.
“I believe the history of football owes us this one,” he said. “There have been great moments in our history where fortune did not end up on our side.
“We have been through several great disappointments over the years. We tried hard then, but without any luck.
“Perhaps this time we are to change those bitter moments. I hope Sunday is one of those beautiful moments, which are to be remembered in a good way for the rest of our lives.”
Spain are 11/10 with Blue Square to beat Holland in 90 minutes and 8/15 to lift the trophy for the first time.