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**Summary:**

Ahead of their Euro 2025 qualifier against Germany, Spanish star Aitana Bonmatí spoke to ESPN about the formidable mental strength of the German team. She highlighted Germany’s ability to win even when playing with a player down, citing their recent penalty shootout victory against France in that scenario. Bonmatí acknowledges Spain’s historical struggles against Germany, including their Olympic defeat, and views the upcoming match as an opportunity to make history. She emphasizes that Germany, as the most successful team in Euro history, carries the burden of expectation. The article concludes with details on the match date, time, and broadcast information.

**News Article:**

**Bonmatí Praises German “Cold Minds” Ahead of Crucial Euro 2025 Qualifier**

**Madrid, Spain –** Ahead of Wednesday’s crucial Euro 2025 qualifier, Spanish midfielder and Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmatí has lauded Germany’s impressive mental fortitude, calling them a team with “cold minds” and a formidable opponent.

In an exclusive interview with ESPN Deportes, Bonmatí highlighted Germany’s recent penalty shootout victory against France, achieved despite playing with only 10 players for the majority of the match. “I wouldn’t know another team that could withstand the entire match from the 13th minute with 10 players, plus added minutes, plus extra time, and then win on penalties. That takes a cold mind,” Bonmatí stated.

Bonmatí admitted that Spain has thoroughly studied the tactics of this team due to them playing with a player less in multiple games.

Spain has historically struggled against Germany, never having secured a victory. Bonmatí acknowledged the past frustrations, including their Olympic loss in Paris where a penalty save proved decisive. “It’s frustrating because for a team and players like us, it’s frustrating and we’ve never beaten Germany,” she said. She sees Wednesday’s match as “a new opportunity to make history.”

While recognizing Germany’s strength and status as the most successful team in Euro history (with 8 titles), Bonmatí believes that places the pressure firmly on them.

Spain will face Germany this Wednesday for a spot in the Euro 2025 final. The match will kick off at 9:00 PM local time (1:00 PM Mexico Central Time). The match can be seen through Disney+ in Mexico, Central America, and Latin America, as well as FOX and ViX in the United States.

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