Fernando Torres's two-goal haul against the Republic of Ireland has allowed him to keep his place in the Spain starting lineup for this evening's clash against Croatia.
That means Cesc Fabregas has been forced to settle for a place on the bench, while Sergio Busquets has been passed fit to continue in a holding midfield role.
Everton striker Nikica Jelavic has dropped to the bench for Croatia, who are likely to start with Mario Manduzukic as a lone frontman.
Croatia: Pletikosa; Vida, Corluka, Schildenfeld, Strinic; Vukojevic, Rakitic, Srna, Modric, Pranjic; Mandzukic
Spain: Casillas; Arbeloa, Alba, Pique, Ramos; Alonso, Busquets, Xavi; Iniesta, Silva; Torres
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Liam Apicella
Liam Apicella
