Spain coach Vicente del Bosque heads into his team's opening Group H game against Switzerland on Wednesday believing South Africa's tournament can still be remembered as the best World Cup of all time.
Del Bosque said he and his players are determined to help make the tournament a success so the people in the host country, and all of Africa, have something to be proud of.
He said: "We have to help because this is the first World Cup in Africa. So if there are any logistical problems or any other issues, we have to just co-operate so that this World Cup is the best ever."
Spain head into the tournament as reigning European champions and are among the favourites for the title.
"It's difficult to get away from the view of the outside," said Del Bosque. "There is an optimism as if we were going to play the World Cup final now.
"But fortunately, we have players that are aware of the reality and not of utopia. Players that know what football is like."
Del Bosque is just happy to have all of his players available for the tournament.
Fernando Torres, Cesc Fabregas and Andres Iniesta all suffered injuries in recent months but have recovered.
"It's a good day for us," said Del Bosque. "I have 23 players who are all in perfect condition.
"We are ready to start this World Cup."
Source: PA
