Spain national team head coach: Ronaldo is a football legend, my respect for him is high

Tonight, football fans are looking forward to a high-level clash in the Nations League final — the national teams of Spain and Portugal will take to the field for the championship. Ahead of the match, Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente participated in a press conference and shared heartfelt thoughts about the opposing team's captain, Cristiano Ronaldo.

The renowned coach described Ronaldo not only as a football legend but also as a person who promotes true human values in sports:

“I have always felt the recognition and respect from those who are valuable to me with all my heart. I greatly appreciate Cristiano's words. In turn, I express my deep respect for him. He is a role model for the entire football community worldwide.”

According to De la Fuente, Ronaldo is not only a player who has been defending Portugal's honor but also a “person who has left a mark in history.” He emphasized that playing against a team led by such a great individual is a pride for any coach.

It is known that Cristiano Ronaldo previously mentioned in one of his interviews that he considers the Spain national team to be one of the strongest teams in the world. Thus, this mutual respect is two-sided.

The match will kick off at 00:00 Tashkent time. This clash in the final not only determines the championship but also creates another historic page between the two grand football schools of the Iberian Peninsula.