Sergio Ramos on what Spain should do following 2-1 defeat to Croatia at Euro 2016
Sergio Ramos says Spain should learn from their mistakes made against in their 2-1 defeat to Croatia, in order to retain their Euro defense.
“Honestly it was a strange game because at first we dominated and we missed a penalty, but that’s football. They managed to score with the few chances they had but we have to think of it as we have qualified even if we face a more difficult opponent,” Ramos told Telecinco, AS reports.
Sergio Ramos on what Spain should do following 2-1 defeat to Croatia at Euro 2016
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“In general the team was good. Tiredness is no excuse. It was an unusual game because we could have had a favourable result and qualified in first place. Now we need to turn the page and learn from this type of match so it doesn’t happen again.
“Now we dance with those who are in principle the favourites, but to be the champions we have to beat the best. We have to move on and think already of our next opponent.”
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Spain striker Nolito admits that following their loss to Croatia, they have a tough task ahead as will face Italy in round of 16.
Nobody likes to lose,” Nolito admitted after the match. “It was a game where we were in control but they have scored the second goal. Now we go forward, we can’t be afraid, we’ll compete and see what happens.
“We’ve lost, we go forward, forget what happened. We’re in the next round, and you’re going to play strong opponents. We have to correct the mistakes and prepare for the game on Monday.
“These things happen. We won two games and everything was rosy, but nothing happens. We have to prepare for the game and see how it goes. Better to lose today than Monday.
“Italy are a tough opponent. It’s a tough draw. We have a good team and you have to compete with the best if you want to do something in the tournament.”