Spain on Friday released a 23-man squad to face Italy in a friendly match on Wednesday as part of their preparations for the World Cup. Prominent among the unlisted players are the duo of Juan Mata and Fernando Torres while in-form Athletico Madrid striker, Diego Costa gets another chance to be a part of the team.
Meanwhile, Coach of the La Roja, Del Bosque gave a word of hope to those uninvited, that it is only for the warm up game and nothing more.
FULL SQUAD
Goalkeepers: Iker Casillas [Real Madrid], Pepe Reina [Napoli], Victor Valdes [Barcelona]
Defenders: Juanfran Torres [Atletico Madrid], Javi Martinez [Bayern Munich], Sergio Ramos [Real Madrid], Jordi Alba [Barcelona], Cesar Azpilicueta [Chelsea], Raul Albiol [Napoli].
Midfielders: Xabi Alonso [Real Madrid], Sergio Busquets, Xavi Hernandez, Andres Iniesta & Cesc Fabregas [Barcelona], Koke [Atletico Madrid], Thiago Alcantara [Bayern], Jesus Navas & David Silva [Man City], Santi Cazorla [Arsenal].
Attackers: Diego Costa [Atletico], Alvaro Negredo [Man City], Pedro Rodriguez [Barca].