Spain’s Alex Baena, the standout in the team’s 1-0 victory over Uruguay, securing a spot in the World Cup round of 32 as Group H winner, attributes his success to his support network. In an interview, the Atletico Madrid player praised his team, including a nutritionist, physical trainer, and physiotherapist, whom he considers like family.
Baena highlighted the crucial role played by his psychologist, emphasizing the focus on positive energy and the need to harness his inner positivity. The midfielder expressed his belief in destiny, emphasizing the absence of coincidences in life and the importance of timing in everything.
Dedicating his goal to a young football fan who passed away due to cancer, Baena scored on what would have been her 14th birthday. Despite benefiting from an error by the Uruguay goalkeeper, he felt the presence of the departed fan, attributing a part of his success to her influence.
On the injury front, Spain received positive news as winger Nico Williams avoided a serious groin muscle tear following a rough challenge in the match against Uruguay. While he will miss the upcoming game against Austria, Williams has a chance of returning for the later stages of the World Cup if Spain progresses.
