Spain’s Training Draws Huge Crowd: Funds Aid Valencia’s Flood Relief

Spain Trains in Valencia for Flood Relief Efforts

Following a thrilling 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in the UEFA Nations League, the Spanish national football team held a practice session in Valencia that drew tens of thousands of fans. This open training session was organized as part of the effort to aid the victims of a devastating natural disaster that occurred in the region last autumn.

The revenue generated from ticket sales during this event will be directed towards the reconstruction of areas around Valencia that were severely affected by heavy flooding in October.

Team Adjustments Ahead of Crucial Quarterfinal

During the training, approximately 25,000 supporters witnessed an altered Spanish squad as defenders Pau Cubarsí and Robin Le Normand were sidelined due to injuries sustained in the match against the Netherlands. National coach Luis de la Fuente has called up Lazio player Mario Gila to bolster the defense in light of these developments.

With Cubarsí and Le Normand out, there is a strong possibility for Dean Huijsen, who was born in Amsterdam, to start in the return leg of the Nations League quarterfinals against the Dutch on Sunday. Huijsen made his appearance during Thursday’s match after Cubarsí had to leave the pitch due to injury.

Netherlands Faces Defensive Challenges

The Dutch team is not without its own challenges; coach Ronald Koeman, who celebrated his 62nd birthday, has also summoned Ian Maatsen to his squad. Due to the suspension of Jorrel Hato and illness affecting Jurriën Timber, the Netherlands is facing a shortage of available defenders.

How to Watch the Nations League Clash

The highly anticipated Nations League match between the Netherlands and Spain will be broadcast live on NPO 3, available on NOS.nl, through the mobile application, and in the NOS Live television app. Pre-match coverage will begin at 20:20 on Sunday, with the kickoff set for 20:45.

Fans can also catch live commentary on NOS Langs de Lijn via NPO Radio 1. Additionally, a live blog will be accessible on NOS.nl and in the app, and the match can be followed with audio description on NPO 1 Extra.