The players of Spain defeated the Croatian national team in the final of the League of Nations in Rotterdam after a better performance of penalties, and after the match, Rodri was delighted with the great support that Croatia had in this match.
In the match at the “De Kuip” stadium in Rotterdam, after 0:0 during 120 minutes of play, the winner was decided by penalty kicks.
“We felt like we were playing in Croatia. So kudos to the Spain fans who tried to outcheer them,” said the Spanish midfielder.
The best player of this year’s League of Nations cycle spoke about a rival who has recently been playing in the finals of European and world football competitions.
“Croatia has been regularly entering the finals of all major competitions lately, they even beat Brazil, so I am extremely happy that we beat them,” said Rodri after the final.
On the way to the trophy, Spain eliminated the selections of Portugal, Italy and Croatia, Rodri completed the season with four trophies after the treble with Manchester City.
“Croatia is one of the best teams in the world. This tournament, whatever anyone thinks, is not easy to win. Along the way, we beat big teams – Portugal, Italy and Croatia. That is why it was important that we win when we have already reached the final”, concluded the Manchester City midfielder.
