Spain news

Vicente Del Bosque has indicated that he won't play a recognised striker against Italy, with claims of a three-pronged attack.

Cesc Fabregas will not underestimate the threat posed by opponents Italy in Sunday's Euro 2012 final.

Spain coach Vicente del Bosque admits his players are at 'breaking point' following a gruelling European and domestic season.

Vicente del Bosque has admitted his Spain side will need to improve if they are to win Euro 2012 on Sunday.

Alvaro Arbeloa says it will be a "challenge" to play against his Real Madrid team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo in the Euro 2012 semi-finals.

Spain midfielder Xavi Hernandez has insisted that Portugal are more than just a one-man team ahead of their Euro 2012 semi-final.

Cesc Fabregas insists he is fully fit and ready to face Portugal, who he admits are a dangerous semi-final opponent for Spain.

Spain boss Vicente del Bosque has praised his side after their comfortable 2-0 Euro 2012 quarter-final win over France.

Sergio Ramos has played down Karim Benzema's limited impact so far and insists he is one of the best strikers in the world.

Ahead of their Euro 2012 quarter-final, Fernando Torres says Spain learnt from a painful defeat against France in the 2006 World Cup.

Jesus Navas has claimed that Spain will improve now that the 'tension' of qualifying from Group C has passed.

Fernando Torres is confident Spain will find their best form now they are entering the business end of Euro 2012.

Spain captain Iker Casillas says qualifying for the last eight of Euro 2012 is like 'a weight off our shoulders'.

Fernando Torres says Russia's shock exit from Euro 2012 should act as a "wake-up call" to Spain.

Spain midfielder Xavi is expecting an open game when his side meets Croatia in their final Group C game tomorrow.

Spain striker Fernando Torres has admitted that last season he hit an all-time low when he struggled for form.

Vicente del Bosque says the Spanish side have always trusted Fernando Torres after he scored twice in their 4-0 win over Ireland.

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho believes holders Spain remain the side to beat at Euro 2012, despite a below-par start against Italy.

Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque has hinted that he could yet again play without a striker in his starting line-up against Ireland.

Spain winger Jesus Navas has warned Republic of Ireland the holders will attack from the first whistle in Thursday's Group C clash.