Pedro Porro issued a clear warning ahead of the World Cup semi-final between Spain and France: “There are no favorites.” The Spanish defender spoke about personal growth, the impact of coach Luis de la Fuente, and the dream of reaching a final he only imagined in childhood.
The Spanish team is preparing for one of the most anticipated clashes of the World Cup, set to take place in the coming days, where they will face France. Porro emphasized the importance of tactical adjustments and the balance between attacking and defending, depending on the opponent. “Against Belgium, I had the opportunity to move forward for the first goal, but then my main role was to limit Doku. It all depends on the characteristics of the opponent,” he explained.
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The defender, who gained more experience over the past year, acknowledges the fundamental role of Luis de la Fuente in creating a family spirit within the group. “Luis is an essential figure for us. From day one, he made me feel important, whether I played or not. That says a lot about the kind of person he is,” Porro stated, emphasizing cohesion as the secret to the team's growth: “By always keeping ourselves united, we have worked together for a long time and approach each game as if it were a final.”
Reflecting on the 2010 World Cup victory, Porro admitted to having only vague memories, but highlighted the emotion of that moment: “I was probably in my hometown; I was very young. The only image I have is that I was taking a bath when Spain won the World Cup, and then we all went to celebrate in Plaza de España.” Now, being so close to repeating that achievement is for the player “another dream come true.”
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When asked about the favorites in the semi-final, Porro was categorical: “There are no favorites at this level. There are two great teams. It’s going to be a fantastic and very competitive semi-final, and we hope it goes in our favor.” The clash with one of the strongest teams in the tournament only increases the motivation for the Spanish defender, who does not let himself be distracted by what is said off the pitch: “I don’t read what’s said out there; I focus on giving my best. I’m sure my family is proud.”
A 40-day family vacation, Porro now sees the possibility of reaching the World Cup final, a journey that demonstrates the evolution of both the player and the team. The confidence is placed in the unity of the group and the leadership of Luis de la Fuente, in a knockout stage where Spain promises to give everything to achieve the dream of a final.
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