Mexico and Raul Jimenez Must Offer More in Copa America After Bolivia Bore Draw

He had a good look, but that’s about as close as it got. Referee Enrique Caceres was on the scene but waved away Javier Aquino’s appeal for a penalty. Edward Zenteno barely made any contact with the Mexican, and he was already falling to the turf before the Bolivian defender tried to make his challenge. Mexico had one other penalty appeal, too, when Javier Guemez had his legs swept from... 

Philippe Coutinho Showed vs. Mexico He Can Explode for Brazil at Copa America

Was this the goal that earned Philippe Coutinho his place in Dunga’s Brazil team for the Copa America? It was certainly a thing of beauty, even if the coach’s rebuilding job doesn’t place as high a value on that as previous Selecao sides would have. So far, it’s been more about efficiency than style, but when that means nine wins from nine games, 20 goals scored and two conceded,... 

Spain vs. Ukraine: Winners and Losers from Euro 2016 Qualifier

Vicente del Bosque’s Spain side earned a narrow 1-0 victory over Ukraine to keep the pressure on Slovakia at the top of Euro 2016 Group C. They have 12 points, three less than the group leaders. Alvaro Morata was the man who did the damage, and although Iker Casillas had to make a few saves, for the most part, La Roja were solid enough. The supporters will want more from the side that are the... 

Spain Need to Find a Way to Incorporate Diego Costa, and Fast

Diego Costa started up front for Spain against France and looked a shadow of the player we have seen in the Premier League this season and last season in La Liga, where he tore defences to pieces, scoring fewer than only Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. But at the World Cup for Spain he was a pale imitation of the Costa we know and love (or love to hate), which was attributed to injury. Costa... 

10 Things Spain Learned from 2014 World Cup

Spain’s disastrous World Cup campaign at least ended with a win against Australia. It was the start of the next era in Spanish international football, and there are several lessons they can take with them from Brazil. Here we look at 10 important topics for the manager, either Vicente del Bosque or his successor, to note.  Begin Slideshow  Read More →

Changes Spain Need to Make to Be Competitive at Euro 2016

Nobody would disagree that Spain’s 2014 World Cup campaign was a disaster, a disgrace and lamentable. But instead of crying over spilled milk, there is plenty of work to be done. And if it’s carried out correctly, there’s no reason why La Roja can’t bounce back at the 2016 European Championships.  These are the keys to a successful Spanish recovery.  Begin Slideshow  Read More →

Xavi Hernandez’s Top 5 World Cup Moments

Xavi Hernandez is reaching the end of the line as a key figure for both Spain and Barcelona. Whether he stays on at Camp Nou for one more season or takes a big-money deal to see out his playing days in the Middle East or America, he has had a great career. A truly great one. And performing at his third World Cup, this summer in Brazil, could be the cap of all caps to cap it off. Here are his top five... 

Will Xavi’s Decline Hinder Spain’s World Cup Chances?

Xavi is still a key player in the Spain setup, but he is no longer at his vibrant best. The Barcelona legend certainly isn’t ready for the scrapheap and is one of the wisest heads in football. He can still dictate a game, pulling all the strings for his club side. However, he used to be able to do that in almost every match he played. Now it’s more of a rarity that he is the man who... 

Film Focus: Torres Inclusion in Spain Squad Underlines World Cup Striking Issue

Spain have one major issue and it’s strikingly obvious. This problem aside, the current World Cup champions look well prepared to defend their title at the 2014 Brazil tournament. The defence seems settled, with Jordi Alba, Gerard Pique, Sergio Ramos and Cesar Azpilicueta a sturdy back-line. In midfield, Barcelona’s Sergio Busquets will line up alongside Real Madrid‘s Xabi Alonso... 

Barcelona Midfielder Andres Iniesta’s Top 6 Spain Moments

A lot of footballers play at high levels for their club but then can’t reproduce their form on the international stage—but not Andres Iniesta. Barcelona’s playmaker has been a star for his country since he netted his first goal in 2007 after making his debut for La Roja in 2006. Time and time again it is Iniesta who has made the difference in the biggest games, and he will hope to... 

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