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- Low aims to win midfield battle
Germany coach Joachim Low believes that neutralising Andres Iniesta and Xavi will be the key to his side's hopes of upsetting Spain in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final in Durban.
The Barcelona pair played major roles when Vicente del Bosque's team were crowned European champions two years ago and have again figure View more »- Confidence key for Spain - Hierro
- Former Spain defender Fernando Hierro believes a change in mentality has been the main reason behind his country's sudden improvement at major championships. La Roja are in the semi-finals of the World Cup for the first time, while they were also crowned European champions in 2008 for the first time since 1964. A View more »
- Casillas: Semi-final is Spain's biggest ever match
Spain's World Cup semi-final against Germany is the most important match in the nation's history, more important even than their Euro 2008 victory, according to Iker Casillas.
Over hype: Spain captain Iker Casillas is hoping for a repeat result when they meet Germany whom they defeated 1-0 in the Euro 2008 final
Sp View more »- Loew hoping his cardy can give Spain the blues
Blue is the colour for Germany coach Joachim Loew.
And that's the way it will stay while side keep producing stunning four-goal shows.
Loew's coaching staff have insisted that he does not change the ‘lucky’ sweater he sported during the routs of England and Argentina.
And he's not allowed to wash it ei View more »- Low wary of Spain match-winners
Germany coach Joachim Low has warned that Spain have "several Messis" in their ranks, insisting the European champions will pose the toughest test yet for his side when they meet in their World Cup semi-final encounter on Wednesday.
The three-time winners have been the most impressive team in South Africa so far, View more »- Pique expects close encounter
Gerard Pique has told Germany there are "no favourites" when the World Cup reaches the semi-final stage.
The Spanish defender has been impressed with Germany's form on the way to the last four in defeating England 4-1 and then Argentina 4-0 in back-to-back games. But former Manchester United man Pique believes the View more »- Fabregas fit for semi-final clash
Cesc Fabregas will be fit to play for Spain against Germany in the World Cup semi-final in Durban on Wednesday.
The Arsenal midfielder was examined by Spain's team doctor after falling heavily on his shoulder against Paraguay.
He and defender Carles Puyol, who suffered blurred vision after being hit in the face View more »- Torres anticipates Germany showdown
Fernando Torres admits Spain's World Cup clash with high-scoring Germany will be like a final as he looks to repeat his country's Euro 2008 success.
The Liverpool striker scored the only goal of the final against the Germans two years ago to help Spain lift their first major trophy for 44 years. Now the two sides View more »- Forlan snubs Spurs to remain in Spain
Diego Forlan has insisted he will stay in Spain next season - despite interest from Tottenham.
Spurs boss Harry Redknapp has been tracking the ex-Manchester United flop who has been one of the stars of the World Cup.
Redknapp could now even turn his attentions to Forlan's strike partner Luis Suarez who will be bann View more »- Torres: I will improve for Spain - and have talks with Hodgson
Fernando Torres last night promised the World Cup has not seen the best of Spain - or himself.
And the Liverpool striker revealed he wants showdown talks with new manager Roy Hodgson over his Anfield future.
He was hauled off again in the second half as the European champions also struggled to hit top gear in a 1-0 w View more »
