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The Spain National Football Team, commonly referred to as La Selección, is the national football team of Spain and is controlled by the Real Federación Española de Fútbol.

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Atletico de Madrid's Simao Sabrosa from Portugal, not seen, scores his goal against FC Barcelona, seen from left to right, goalkeeper Victor Valdes, Diego Forlan from Uruguay and Maxwell of Brazil, during their Spanish La Liga soccer match, at the Vicente Calderon stadium in Madrid Sunday Feb. 14, 2010. FC Barcelona
France national football team's coach Raymond Domenech (R) and French assistant coach Pierre Mankowski (L) look as the players during a training, on October 13, 2009 in Clairefontaine, southern Paris, on the eve of their World Cup 2010 the World Cup 2010 qualifying football match against Austria. France national football team
Netherlands coach Bert van Marwijk, talks to the press at an open session during a Coaches Workshop at Sun City, South Africa, Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010 ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Netherlands national football team
2006 World Cup winner Italy's goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon holds the FIFA World Cup soccer trophy at Rome's Capitol Hill, on Sunday, March 7, 2010. The trophy is in Italy as part of its world tour on its way to South Africa where the tournament will take place from June 11 to July 11, 2010. Italy national football team
VALLADOLID, SPAIN - MARCH 14: Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid in action during the La Liga match between Valladolid and Real Madrid at Estadio Jose Zorilla on March 14, 2010 in Valladolid, Spain. Real Madrid
DRESDEN, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 23: The head of World Cup organising committee Dresden Klaus Reichenbach attends the opening of the local FIFA Womens World Cup 2011 Office at the Hygienemuseum on February 23, 2010 in Dresden, Germany. FIFA World Cup
England soccer player David Beckham, right, and German soccer legend Franz Beckenbauer during the unveiling of the official ball for the 2010 soccer World Cup, called Jabulani, in Cape Town, South Africa, Friday, Dec. 4, 2009. Germany national football team
DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - MARCH 01: Brazil legend Cafu, Deputy President of South Africa Kgalema Motlanthe, CAF President Issa Hayatou along with Zanel and Johanna attend ICC during the FIFA 2010 OC 100 day celebrations on March 01, 2010 in Durban, South Africa. Brazil national football team
Vice-President of the Spanish Football Federation Juan Padron (L) and Argentinian Ambassador in Madrid Carlos Bettini (C) offers a number 9 soccer jersey of the Spanish national football team to Argentinian soccer legend Alfredo di Stefano (R) on November 13, 2009 in Madrid after Di Stefano was appointed sports ambassador of Argentina. Argentina national football team
Czech republic's Tomas Hubschman (L) and Steven Davis of Northern Ireland during the qualifier football match of FIFA World Cup 2010 between Czech republic vs Northern Irelandon October 14, 2009. Czech Republic national football team
Real's Madrid Kaka form Brazil, left, and Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo, react before a press conference in Spain Madrid, Friday Dec. 4, 2009 after the draw in Cape Town, South Africa for teams' in the group stage of the 2010 World Cup soccer tournament which starts June 11, 2010. Portugal national football team
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Secretary General Marc Perrin de Brichambaut attends the 2nd Preparatory Conference for the 18th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum, in Minsk on March 15, 2010. The theme of the conference is 'Promoting good governance at border crossings, improving the security of land transportation and facilitating international transport by road and rail in the OSCE region'. Europe
Andy Murray, of Scotland, smiles after winning a point against Ivo Karlovic, of Croatia, in the finals of the SAP Tennis Open in San Jose, Calif., Sunday, Feb. 18, 2007. Murray, who is the defending champion of this tournament, won 6-7 (3), 6-4, 7-6 (2). Scotland
FC Barcelona's Xavi, center left, celebrates with team mates after scoring a goal during his Spanish La Liga soccer match against Valladolid at Los Pajaritos stadium in Valladolid, Spain, Saturday, Jan 23, 2010. Xavi
Manager of Belarus Bernd Stange (C) talks to Fabio Capello, Manager of England (R) and his asstant Franco Baldini before kick off during their final Group 6 World Cup 2010 qualifying match at Wembley Stadium, London, on October 14, 2009. England won the match 3-0. England national football team
Spain's national soccer team coach Vicente del Bosque, seen, during a training session, at the Stade de France Stadium in Saint-Denis outside Paris, Tuesday, March 2, 2010. Spain will play France in a international soccer match on Wednesday. Vicente del Bosque
VALLADOLID, SPAIN - MARCH 14: Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid in action during the La Liga match between Valladolid and Real Madrid at Estadio Jose Zorilla on March 14, 2010 in Valladolid, Spain. La Liga
US Ambassador to Kuwait Deborah Jones, right, talks with Kuwaiti MP Dr. Salwa Al Jassar during the inauguration of the First Forum on Women, organized by the parliament's Women Affairs Committee in Kuwait City on Monday, March 8, 2010. Speaker of Kuwait's Parliament, Jassem Al Kharafi said in his opening speech that Kuwaiti women are full partners in their homeland's development alongside their male peers. Kuwait

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France's soccer Captain Thierry Henry vies for the ball Spain's Sergio Ramos during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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France's soccer Captain Thierry Henry vies for the ball Spain's Sergio Ramos during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos celebrates after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos celebrates after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos, left, celebrates with David Villa after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos, left, celebrates with David Villa after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos celebrates after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, Saint Denis, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos celebrates after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, Saint Denis, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's David Villa celebrates after scoring the first goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wedenesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's David Villa celebrates after scoring the first goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wedenesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Sergio Ramos of Spain, center, is tackled by Patrice Evra, left, while France's soccer Captain Thierry Henry looks on during their friendly soccer match at the Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Sergio Ramos of Spain, center, is tackled by Patrice Evra, left, while France's soccer Captain Thierry Henry looks on during their friendly soccer match at the Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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France's soccer Captain Thierry Henry, right, heads for the ball with Spain's Gerard Pique during their friendly soccer match at the Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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France's soccer Captain Thierry Henry, right, heads for the ball with Spain's Gerard Pique during their friendly soccer match at the Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain celebrates during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain celebrates during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France lifts the runner-up trophy after losing the Men's Singles Final against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France lifts the runner-up trophy after losing the Men's Singles Final against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain competes during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain competes during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain holds the trophy during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain holds the trophy during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain holds the trophy during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain holds the trophy during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France reacts during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France reacts during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France is treated for an injury during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France is treated for an injury during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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"I am very pleased with the triumph and for the way the team played in the second half and also for the three goals"


Lionel Messi Mar 15 2010 10:18 AM from DNA India

"In tight matches Messi pops up and does what only he can."


Gabriel Milito Mar 15 2010 10:18 AM from DNA India

"I had to really trust those changes I made last weekend and today was a great day for it"


Ernie Els Mar 14 2010 11:52 PM from ABC Online

"I'm going to take a lot of positives from this, especially with the Masters in a month"


Ernie Els Mar 14 2010 11:52 PM from ABC Online

"We need it not only for the team, but for the football culture ... We need to build new stadia. It is very important."


Carlo Ancelotti Mar 14 2010 12:07 AM from Guardian Unlimited

"The memories of the FIFA World Cup will be never forgotten ... It was the prime of my life."


George Cohen Mar 13 2010 1:33 PM from FIFA
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France's soccer Captain Thierry Henry vies for the ball Spain's Sergio Ramos during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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France's soccer Captain Thierry Henry vies for the ball Spain's Sergio Ramos during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos celebrates after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos celebrates after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos, left, celebrates with David Villa after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos, left, celebrates with David Villa after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos celebrates after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, Saint Denis, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's Sergio Ramos celebrates after scoring the second goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, Saint Denis, outskirts of Paris, Wednesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's David Villa celebrates after scoring the first goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wedenesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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Spain's David Villa celebrates after scoring the first goal against France during their friendly soccer match at Stade de France stadium, outskirts of Paris, Wedenesday, March 3, 2010 in preparation of the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa.

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