Most predictions have gone in favour of La Furia Roja ahead of Spain vs Czech Republic. However, Friday's visitors are hoping for something different to happen.
The Czechs occupy the second spot in Group I but a win on Friday will put them level on points with Spain. The Spanish, meanwhile, defend a perfect record in the Euro 2012 qualifying campaign so far and it may take something special for Czech Republic to claim victory away from home.
“It’s a huge game for us and for the whole team,” Rosicky told Reuters.
“Spain are the favourites and there’s no doubt about that. However, we didn’t come [to Spain] to lose, so we will fight throughout.”
In the latest international fixture, Czech Republic lost 4-2 to Croatia only to raise more concerns about their defence. But for Coach Michal Bilek, there’s no reason why his team should be afraid of 3.33 goals-per-match record holders Spain.
“Yes, Spain are the favourites. However, they also make mistakes,” Bilek stated while speaking to UEFA.com.
“What we must do is stop Iniesta and Xavi in midfield, stop their up field passes. That’s what is crucial.”
Will the Czechs try to cancel out Spain’s flow in midfield and plan to play for a draw?
“It’s a huge game for us and for the whole team,” Rosicky told Reuters.
“Spain are the favourites and there’s no doubt about that. However, we didn’t come [to Spain] to lose, so we will fight throughout.”
In the latest international fixture, Czech Republic lost 4-2 to Croatia only to raise more concerns about their defence. But for Coach Michal Bilek, there’s no reason why his team should be afraid of 3.33 goals-per-match record holders Spain.
“Yes, Spain are the favourites. However, they also make mistakes,” Bilek stated while speaking to UEFA.com.
“What we must do is stop Iniesta and Xavi in midfield, stop their up field passes. That’s what is crucial.”
Will the Czechs try to cancel out Spain’s flow in midfield and plan to play for a draw?
