Jorge Vilda said it was “marvellous to make so many people happy” after his Spain side reached the country’s first Women’s World Cup final. In a tense semi-final against Sweden, La Roja needed a late strike from Olga Carmona to ensure progression to the Sydney showpiece on Sunday.
“It is something that is fabulous for Spanish football, everyone who’s worked throughout so many years,” Vilda, the head coach, said after the 2-1 win. “Everyone who has contributed to this goes through your head … I’m proud of my team, I’m proud of what we’ve achieved.
