Pedri, who doesn't deny that Spain is considered a favorite to win the World Cup, said: "We must prove ourselves on the field."

Spain, nicknamed the "La Roja," defeated Peru 3-1 in a friendly match, thanks to goals from Oyarzabal and Pedri. Pedri, 23, stated that the team wouldn't rule out being considered a favorite to win the World Cup, but they must prove themselves on the field.

The 2026 World Cup group stage will kick off with the first match, and in Group H, Spain will face Cape Verde, followed by matches against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay.

It's worth mentioning that Spain won the European Championship in 2024, and is therefore considered one of the favorites for this World Cup.

Spanish midfielder Pedri, who plays for La Liga giants Barcelona, said, "People see us as title favorites, and we certainly won't reject that label. We consider ourselves a very good team, but we have to prove ourselves on the pitch."

"This is a friendly match to help us get a feel for the World Cup, and I'm really looking forward to the first match of the World Cup."

Pedri also said, "It's always a wonderful thing to hear the fans chanting my name. I didn't know the fans here liked me so much, so it feels really good."

In addition, when talking about his feelings about playing in the World Cup with the team, Spanish midfielder Baena said, "To be honest, I always feel a little uneasy because I am not always 100% in the club, but the coach always trusts me."

“I try my best to give my all for the national team, and whenever I perform well on the field, De la Fuente affirms my efforts. I am also confident that I am here because I have worked hard over the past few months to earn this opportunity and be able to help the national team.”

Baena also said, "I am very happy to be here, but at the same time, there is a feeling that makes everyone a little nervous."

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