Spain’s Euro 2024 Hopes Hang in the Balance as Alvaro Morata Injury Looms Large
Spain’s thrilling 2-1 semi-final victory over France at the Allianz Arena has set the stage for a mouth-watering encounter with the winner of the other semi-final in the Euro 2024 final. However, the celebrations were tempered by a worrying injury to captain Alvaro Morata, who took a tumble after colliding with a security guard on the pitch.
According to footage from the BBC, Morata appeared to suffer an injury to his knee during the accidental collision, casting a shadow over Spain’s prospects in the final. The 31-year-old has been a rock for the team, starting every game except for the final group match against Albania. If he’s ruled out, his replacement would likely be Joselu, the former Stoke City and Newcastle striker.
Morata’s injury could prove a significant blow to Spain’s chances, particularly given his experience and clinical finishing ability. The striker has scored 36 goals in 79 appearances for his country and was a crucial factor in their run to the semi-finals. His absence would leave Spain’s attack looking a tad less potent, and could leave them vulnerable to counter-attacks from their opponents.
Despite the worry, Spain’s fans will remain hopeful that Morata will make a swift recovery and be fit enough to take to the pitch come Sunday. The team’s medical staff will do everything in their power to get the striker back to full fitness, and Spain’s coach Luis de la Fuente will be keeping his fingers crossed that Morata will be fit to lead the team out against the final opponents.
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