Euro 2016 exit may force Spain to rethink style, says Gerard Pique
Tuesday 28 June 2016 16:14, UK
Gerard Pique admits Spain may have to change their style if they are to challenge at major international tournaments in the future.
Spain crashed out of Euro 2016 at the last-16 stage on Monday, losing 2-0 to Italy at the Stade de France in Paris, and have since returned home.
Head coach Vincete del Bosque, who led his country to victory at the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012, is expected to be replaced having also overseen a group stage exit at the 2014 World Cup.
"We need to reflect collectively," Pique said. "We need to think what is best for the future of the national team. If we want to win major titles again, we have to raise our level.
"We weren't at the level to compete for the title. We were not the best team here.
"Despite trying to play the same way as we have done in recent years, we weren't as effective. This exit could help us to go into future competitions knowing that we are no longer favourites to win.
"We need to improve a lot more ahead of the World Cup in Russia."
