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Joselu: “I am really happy”
The striker speaks of his delight upon his first Spain call-up
On the verge of his 33rd birthday, Joselu Mato has been called up for the Spain national team for the first time in his career.
Though it comes later than expected, it is no less well deserved for the striker to be summoned for his country. His spectacular debut season with RCD Espanyol has seen 12 goals in 22 appearances and a call from national team manager Luis de la Fuente,
Speaking to Espanyol Media, Joselu said, “I am very nervous…I am speechless. The first thing I did was hug my wife and my young son. I am super proud and super happy to have been called up. It is the best thing for any player. This season at Espanyol has helped me achieve a dream, I am really happy ”.
He added, “It is the best feeling, and this belongs to everyone: my teammates, the coaching staff, the fans; they are all part of this. I want to send them a very big hug. I have got here thanks to consistency and hard work”.