While Mata is played out of this world at the moment, it will take something spectacular to put him ahead of Cesc Fabregas, Xavi, Iniesta, Xavi Alonso or Sergio Busquets. Especially considering the fact that this team are not only winning but are winning every important game that they play in. The Chemistry is spot-on at the moment with Spain, so there is no need to make any adjustments ahead of a major tournament in Of course, however, age is now becoming a factor.
Mata, to the incredible surprise of most, is only 24 years of age so he certainly has plenty of time. Meanwhile both Iniesta and Xavi are nearing the end of their respective careers, opening the door for the next generation of Spanish midfielders. Mata will most certainly prove to be a solid replacement for either of these two when they move on from the program, but at what stage will the Spanish team get to that point? Will they be a Championship contender anymore or while they be relegated to what the Spanish are traditionally known for: being underachievers at the international level.
While few foreign-based Spanish players of quality exist, those who do have the skill necessary have not been picked regularly. If Mata was based domestically with Barcelona, Real Madrid or even Athletico Madrid, there would be a far easier comparison to make between himself and those that he competes against for a position on Spain. Vincent Del Bosque would clearly have a far easier job qualifying picking Mata for the roster.
Mata will eventually make his way into the Spanish 11, if he keeps his play at the current level. The veteran coach's selection combines a number of veteran stars with those who can be considered the next generation for the World Cup winners, as reported by the Spanish national team's official Twitter account on Tuesday:.
Finaliza la conferencia de prensa. Costa is yet to experience great success in the Spanish team, having switched allegiances from Brazil in time for last year's World Cup. In October, Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho blamed Costa's hamstring injury on having " two matches in three days when he was not with us," per Sky Sports , a nod toward his workload with the national team.
The striker continued to experience injury problems throughout the season, playing a bit-part role in Chelsea's successful title run-in. Juan Mata has admitted that he is still isn't used to playing for Manchester United, describing his experience at one of the world's top clubs as "surreal". The year-old became a Champions League and FA Cup winner with the Blues, establishing himself as one of the finest midfielders in Europe in the process. The Spain international has solidified that reputation at Old Trafford, scoring 48 goals in appearances in all competitions, while adding four more trophies to his collection - including a second Europa League crown and the Carabao Cup.
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