Spanish national team coach, Luis de la Fuente, expressed his deep respect for Euro debutants Georgia as his team prepares for the last 16 clash against the surprise team of the tournament on Sunday.

“I have the utmost for this opponent, who has been performing exceptionally well in this tournament. Therefore, we must bring our A-game to secure a victory and move forward”, - Fuente stated in a press release from the Spanish football federation.

“Their performance in the three tournament matches so far will give them confidence and motivation, making them a formidable and dangerous opponent”, - he added.