According to Xinhua, Simon, who has earned 46 caps for Spain, was the first-choice goalkeeper throughout last summer’s victorious European Championship campaign, despite playing with a wrist injury. He later underwent surgery to address the issue, forcing him to miss the first four months of the season and De la Fuente’s last three squad selections. However, after making his return in December, the coach has wasted no time in recalling him at the earliest opportunity.
The Catalans picked up their first silverware of the season and gained revenge for their Spanish Super Cup defeat by Athletic in January with a convincing victory, DPA reported.
Levante have never played a cup final, but went into the game with a slight advantage after a 1-1 draw in Bilbao three weeks ago. A 0-0 would have seen them through.
