A sensational season could be about to get even better for Isco. Now pulling the strings for Spain at this UEFA European Under-21 Championship, the Mlaga CF midfielder spoke to UEFA.com about his formative years, the tournament in Israel and his first taste of the UEFA Champions League with his boyhood club. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
I am very lucky that [coach] Julen Lopetegui gives me total freedom to move where I like <\/p>\n
Isco <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
UEFA.com: Would you agree that you've needed patience in order to win games here? <\/p>\n
Isco: It's taking us a bit of effort to close out games. The style we play has led to us creating a lot of chances and we could be finishing off matches sooner. However, the goal is eluding us a little. Having said that, the most important thing is that we've managed to break through in one way or another and are now in the semi-finals. <\/p>\n
UEFA.com: Your rivals here appear to know you well... <\/p>\n
Isco: The whole world knows how Spain play. The footballing philosophy preached by the senior Spanish team is one that also applies to us. Our opponents apply a very high and intensive defensive line. That's normal as they know us and realise how we like to move the ball. They want to avoid us harming their defensive line. <\/p>\n
UEFA.com: Regarding your position on the pitch, are you centrally oriented or do you prefer to play more to the left? <\/p>\n
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