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Spain coach Luis Enrique admits concern facing Germany after Costa Rica rout

Spain coach Luis Enrique says there is a danger to come out of their 7-0 World Cup rout of Costa Rica.

Enrique has concerns about complacency ahead of facing Germany.

He said, “You always hope for the best when you're going to debut, but I didn't expect such a potent version. I feel better managing problems, I'm that much of an asshole. I feel better encouraging, solving problems. My Asturian nerve comes out better in bad times, in difficulties.

“It is the one [style] that is most similar to Spain. Germany always plays attacking, trying to press in the opponent's field, trying to have the ball… It is the team that is most similar to us and that is why it is a challenge for us.

"It will to be an open match and we'll see which of the two teams manages to put the cat into the water [out of their comfort zone]."

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