Alfredo Relaño looks ahead to Spain's meeting with Croatia and Luka Modric in the last 16 of Euro 2020.

"Lacking sharpness in one area and solidity in the other, that has been Spain’s problem so far," writes Alfredo Relaño.

Luis Enrique’s team dominated Sweden in their opening game at Euro 2020, but failed to score and allowed Sweden a couple of very dangerous chances.

Spain play their opening game, against Sweden, at Euro 2020, on Monday 14 June 2021. Alfredo Relaño takes a look at the team and their chances.

So, it's all set to start today...the delayed Euro 2020 tournament will finally kick-off in Rome tonight.

Teams that finish second in UEFA World Cup qualifying groups face an arduous route to Qatar and Sweden took the early advantage.

Many will lament the interruption of Real Madrid and Barcelona's pursuit of Atlético, but seeing Pedri in action for Spain is an exciting alternative.

Last night's game between Spain and the Faroe Islands leaves Spain seven points clear in their group and was a fitting tribute to Quini, writes Alfredo Relaño.

For some years we have looked upon these phases of qualification as being too easy, but we must not lose perspective.

I have to admit that I was apprehensive about the latest two Euro 2020 qualifying games. Both came so late in the season...