Alejandro Balde He has established himself in the senior team despite being only 19 years old. He took over from Jordi Alba and was called upon to be La Roja’s left back for at least the next decade. He’s a fearsome full-back and in front of the microphones he’s becoming more and more relaxed even though he’s only a year into the elite. Yesterday he attended MD again, this time in Las Rozas. After eating and quietly enough to discuss everything, sitting in the stands, in front of one of the training camps: his role in the Spanish team, the next qualifying matches for the Euros, his -renewed on track with Barça, the ‘boom’ Lamine, his way of working… Also, of course, the crisis suffered by Spanish football as a result of the Rubiales case and the statement given by the captains of group of men. He wasn’t one of the team’s heavyweights, but he gave his perspective.
A concentration marked by the unfortunate situation that the women’s team and Spanish football have to live with. How do you live it?
It’s been hard, complicated days, because of everything that’s going on. As people saw yesterday, the four captains came out to talk. We all said to make a statement so that people can see our opinion. And that’s where everyone feels.
But you personally, did you follow the World Cup? What did you think of everything that happened afterwards?
Yes, I saw it. It is a source of pride for all Spaniards that women’s football is growing and that they can win a World Cup. And in the end it’s sad that actions like this tarnish their image. Not much was said about how they won, but about other issues. We’ve made a statement and there it is.
When a statement like this is made, how is it managed? Because there are also critics.
We all had a mini-reunion. We each gave our views and we agreed on what we would put. This is a decision between all of us and we put the best one.
He has a good relationship with the players, especially those from Barça. Did you talk to the footballers after your title?
Yes. I spoke to Salma and Aitana and congratulated them. It is one of the greatest titles a footballer can win.
On the other hand, do you understand positions like that of Borja Iglesias who decided not to enter the national team?
We are in a free country, everyone can make their own decision and I think the most important thing is to respect it.
He attended us less than a year ago in Qatar, during the World Cup. Everything is very fast. How has your life changed?
Everything happened very quickly in the world of football. But I live the same life as before, I have the same friends and my family continues to support me as before. I will tell you that my life is the same.
He became Jordi Alba’s heir at Barça and now it’s his turn to be in the national team. What does this mean?
Jordi Alba has become one of the best wingers of the national team and of Barça, if not the best. I am proud to replace that site. I took it in the best possible way, with a lot of desire to show.
They hang the label of the modern side. Physical, powerful, on arrival… They give you the whole left wing for you. What does it mean to be a modern winger?
I try to take care of everything that can be in my hands: physical preparation, injury prevention… It depends on many factors, but I try to do strength training sessions in the gym, at home or at the club, I take good care of my diet, something that is very important now. And this modern side is now in fashion. That we are more offensive and the truth is that I feel comfortable there.
Do you have any reference on this matter?
I focus on Alphonso Davies, Nuno Mendes, I like him too, Theo Hernández, Jordi Alba, of course…
Return to selection. De la Fuente’s game scheme changes a bit with Xavi. What does the coach ask of you?
That we play as in the club because if we are here it is because we are one of the best in our position. And above all, that we enjoy.
What do you think is the choice?
They are doing a good job, it has been seen in the Nations League, where they won the championship. Hopefully better things will come.
He missed the Nations League Final Four due to injury. all right
Yes Yes.
After that success, do you see this generation capable of another winning cycle like the world champion had?
There is a very good group, we are a very young team with a lot of talent. Over time you will find that there is an incredible selection.
Today there are two very important games for the qualification for Euro 2024. Especially the first one in Georgia.
We face it as a challenge. It’s very important to win these two games, especially thinking about Friday’s game, which we have to win no matter what.
Source: La Verdad
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