In preparation for the upcoming friendly match against Ecuador, Spain’s coach Vicente Del Bosque has made some notable changes, sidelining several established stars such as Gerard Pique, Xavi, and Sergio Busquets. The objective is to introduce new blood and test different combinations ahead of crucial World Cup qualification matches.
The selected squad for the friendly against Ecuador includes a mix of experienced players and promising talents:
Goalkeepers:
- Iker Casillas (Real Madrid)
- Victor Valdes (Barcelona)
- Pepe Reina (Naples/ITA)
Defenders:
- Alvaro Arbeloa (Real Madrid)
- Sergio Ramos (Real Madrid)
- Cesar Azpilicueta (Chelsea/ENG)
- Jordi Alba (Barcelona)
- Raul Albiol (Naples/ITA)
- Inigo Martinez (Real Sociedad)
Midfielders:
- Javi Martinez (Bayern Munich/GER)
- Andres Iniesta (Barcelona)
- Santi Cazorla (Arsenal/ENG)
- Isco (Real Madrid)
- Thiago Alcantara (Bayern Munich/GER)
- Koke (Atletico Madrid)
Forwards:
- Jesus Navas (Manchester City/ENG)
- David Silva (Manchester City/ENG)
- Cesc Fabregas (Barcelona)
- Alvaro Negredo (Manchester City/ENG)
- Fernando Llorente (Juventus/ITA)
- Cristian Tello (Barcelona)
This squad will face Ecuador in a friendly match, providing an opportunity for new talent to shine and contributing to the team’s evolution as they prepare for crucial World Cup qualifiers in the coming months.
