Spain only managed one clean sheet in the group stage, in a 1-0 win over Iran. Fernando Hierro’s side conceded five goals in the other two matches. Russia, meanwhile, scored eight in their first two but were shutout against Uruguay. The Round of 16 continues on Sunday with hosts Russia facing Spain at the Luzhniki […]
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FIFA World Cup 2018: Spain World Cup Push on Track Despite Upheaval – Cesar Azpilicueta
Cesar Azpilicueta is convinced Spain have what it takes to contend for the World Cup title despite a shaky start and the dismissal of coach Julen Lopetegui on the eve of the tournament. The 2010 world champions qualified for the last 16 as winners of Group B ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal, and face hosts […]
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Dzyuba says Spain favorites to win but Russians to give all on field
Novogorsk (Russia), June30: Russia striker Artem Dzyuba on Friday said that Spain is the favorite to win their upcoming clash in their round of 16 match at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, but insisted he and his teammates must give the match their all and play the game of their lives against the Spanish powerhouse. Dzyuba, […]
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Spain’s Asensio defends goalkeeper David de Gea from growing criticism
Krasnodar (Russia), June 27: Spain attacking midfielder Marco Asensio shielded his team’s first-choice goalkeeper David de Gea from critics Tuesday, saying there was little more Manchester United’s normally safe pair of hands could have done to save the goals he conceded against Morocco in its final group game at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. De Gea […]
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Spain need to cut out errors: Isco
Kaliningrad (Russia), June 26: Spain must cut down on careless errors if they are to advance to the later stages of the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Russia, midfielder Isco said after the Roja booked a place in the round of 16. Needing at least a draw against Morocco to advance to the knockout stage without […]
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2018 FIFA World Cup: Iago Aspas Scores Late Equaliser As Spain Top Group B
Iago Aspas scored late in the game as Spain topped Group B after registering a dramatic 2-2 draw with Morocco. The proceedings in Group B ended could not have a more dramatic end. With Iran equalising 1-1 against Portugal, Spain topped the group and will take on hosts Russia in the last 16 on Sunday. On […]
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2018 FIFA World Cup: Spain vs Morocco – Match Preview
Spain will be looking to seal their spot in the next stage when they take on Morocco in their final group game. Both the teams will enter their final group game with different aims. While Spain will be desperate to get a favourable result to seal a spot in the Round of 16 without depending on […]
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Indian eves register win in fifth hockey match of Spain tour
Madrid, June 19: The Indian womens team ended their Spain tour on a bright note as they defeated the hosts 4-1 in the fifth and final match at the Consejo Superior de Deportes Hockey Stadium here. India, on Monday, dominated the match in terms of possession and chances created, and were efficient enough as Rani (33rd, […]
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Spain coach confirms De Gea as goalkeeper for Iran match
Krasnodar (Russia), June 19: Spain coach Fernando Hierro confirmed on Monday that David De Gea will continue as goalkeeper in their second 2018 FIFA World Cup match against Iran, despite failing to stop Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo from scoring a hat trick in their opening match of the tournament. Spain tied 3-3 with Portugal on Friday […]
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De Gea likely to continue in Spain goal despite errors
Moscow, June 19: After Spain’s 3-3 draw against Portugal in their FIFA World Cup Group B clash in Sochi on Friday night, the question of who should be first choice goalkeeper for the 2010 champions has become the topic of debate across the national media. First choice keeper David de Gea was badly at fault for […]