Spain needed to win the second round to qualify for its 12th World Cup. Although it has never made it to a final and its background in the competition is not the best, Luis Aragon’s team has the ability to play an excellent tournament. Soccer players such as Casilla, Xavi, Luis Garcia, Raul and Fernando Torres will be those most responsible for the performance of the Spanish team.
Fernando Torres Fernando Torres is the pearl of the Spanish team. From Atlético Madrid, he and Raul are responsible for the offensive charge. The country has put its faith in him.
In August 2004, Luis Aragon assumed the position of coach and managed to qualify after winning the second round. During his career, he has coached many prestigious teams in Spain.
Career highlights
Butragueño the fast and lethal ex-striker, made history with Real Madrid and played in the 1986 World Cup in Mexico and the 1990 World Cup in Italy.
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