This Tuesday the La Pizarra del Mundial debate took place at Claro Arena organized by La Tercera and El Deportivo with Jugabet presentation. Coaches Nicolás Córdova, Daniel Garnero and Fernando Gago discussed tournament trends after Spain's win.
The gathering brought together Córdova coach of La Roja Garnero of Universidad Católica and Gago of Universidad de Chile along with Matías Claro José María Buljubasich and Jorge Yunge. Panelists agreed that Spain was a fair champion after dominating the final against Argentina.
The coaches noted less use of transitions and low blocks in the 48-team tournament. Garnero said the hydration break in the final lasted 25 minutes and disrupted match rhythm while Córdova and Gago voiced reservations about its effect on game flow.
On Lionel Messi all three called him the best footballer in history due to his career and on-field execution. None identified an immediate successor among emerging talents.