After easily defeating Jordan 3-1 in their final pre-tournament exhibition game, Luis Enrique wants his Spain team to advance all the way to the World Cup final in Qatar.
Ansu Fati gave Spain the lead in the 13th minute, and Gavi and Nico Williams added goals in the second half to seal the victory. Jordan did score a late consolation goal for Spain, giving them eight victories in their last 11 games.
Since winning the World Cup in 2010, Spain has never advanced past the round of 16, but Luis Enrique has the December 18 championship match firmly in his sights.
“We are seventh in the FIFA ranking,” he told reporters at his post-match press conference. “Our goal is to play seven games in Qatar.
“I have seen the team play well [against Jordan], even if it was not the best time to play so close to the World Cup.
“I think we have played a good game. The result was the least important today, but it’s always better to win.”
What Luis Enrique has to say about Fati, others
After the game, Luis Enrique gushed about Fati and Marco Asensio, who both played key roles in the victory.
“It’s great news. He [Fati] has a great relationship with the goal,” the head coach added. “He [Asensio] has been at another level, excellent.
“He has played as a false nine player, and very well. With that attitude, with the quality he has, he can play wherever.”
