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·25 September 2022

Spain coach Luis Enrique admits concern after Switzerland defeat

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Spain coach Luis Enrique admits defeat to Switzerland is a major concern.

La Roja did not muster a single shot on target until Jordi Alba's 55th-minute equaliser at La Romareda, and Enrique could not hide his disappointment at the showing.


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“Losing is always something that hurts. It has been a pity, but we must give credit to Switzerland, who from the beginning caused us many difficulties," the coach said.

“In the first half, it was the worst of my time as coach. [Then] we have badly defended the corner of their second goal. In the second half we improved. We have tried until the end. The key game is Portugal. We will go to Braga to win."

Asked if the game generated doubts in relation to Qatar 2022, Enrique replied: “Of course. Obviously it's better to go to Qatar on a winning streak, but I have full confidence in the team. I have seen many players in the first half who have been more imprecise than ever, but the opponents are good, they know how they play. But everything doesn't always go well, when you don't have a good day, this happens. A victory against Portugal would be the perfect way to reach the World Cup. We have drawn three times with them and now we will go there to win."

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