At the crucial moment when Spain is about to face Euro hosts Germany, Spanish international Olmo was interviewed to express his expectations and confidence in the marquee match.
Olmo began by acknowledging the power of the German team and thought it would be a final-level matchup. He mentioned that despite not having played against Germany for some time, he still knows former coach Nagelsmann's way of playing like the back of his hand. He appreciated Nagelsmann's flexibility and ability to make tactical adjustments, noting that despite the difference in the style of play, some similar details can still be seen.
Speaking about Germany's squad, Olmo listed a number of strong players in his mind, including Havertz, Wiltz, and Gündoğan, and singled out his favorite players, Kroos and Musiala. He believes that these players make up an impressive team for Germany and should not be underestimated.
Facing a direct confrontation with Germany, Olmo showed strong determination. He said that if he wanted to win the European Cup, he had to beat a strong team like Germany. Therefore, he would rather play against them at such a crucial time as now than to meet another strong opponent in the final.
Speaking about the current tactics of the Spanish team, Olmo said that the team is trying to take more risks and has made structural adjustments that are different from the past. He thanked De La Fuente for knowing him and supporting him and thinks he can excel in the new tactical system. At the same time, he also paid tribute to his former coach Enrique, whom he considered to be an equally amazing coach.
Olmo also shared his upbringing, mentioning how the decision to leave Barcelona for Croatia affected his career. He stated that the experience made him grow a lot and learn a lot of things that he might not have learned in Spain. He emotionally stated that his decision and the experience of playing for Germany have shaped him into the person he is now.
Finally, Olmo talked about his future. He said that his team is working hard for his future, while he is currently focused on the Europa League. He thanked the Spanish team and coaching staff for their trust and support, and hoped to win more honors for the team. At the same time, he also expressed his respect for the Bundesliga and his feelings that his experience in the Bundesliga has given him more recognition and respect.
