Spain/France - Fabregas gets nod ahead of Torres

AFP News – Sun, Jun 24, 2012 2:04 AM SGT

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Spain coach Vicente del Bosque reverted to the attacking configuration deployed in the 1-1 draw against Italy, with Cesc Fabregas expected to play as a 'false nine' centre-forward after being selected ahead of Fernando Torres.

Fabregas will be flanked by Iniesta and David Silva, while central midfielder Xabi Alonso wins his 100th cap with La Roja.

Spanish midfielder Cesc Fabregas reacts during the Euro 2012 championships football match Spain vs Italy on June 10, 2012 at the Gdansk Arena. AFP PHOTO / PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU

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