Doski stunner earns Iraq draw against understrength Spain in World Cup warm-up
Spain will depart from Santiago de Compostela at 10am on Friday morning bound for Chattanooga, via Nashville, but seven of the eight men who made their debuts in the final preparation game before the World Cup will not be on board with them. Nor will the seleccion be flying west with a victory after they bid adios with a 1-1 draw against Iraq at Estadio Riazor. Which may not sound very good – and it really was not very good either, a 22-minute cameo from Mikel Merino about the best thing about it – but is no cause for alarm.
Doski stunner earns Iraq draw against understrength Spain in World Cup warm-up Spain drew 1-1 against Iraq in their final World Cup preparation match, a game that offered little insight into their likely lineup or tactics due to numerous substitutions and the absence of key players. Despite the draw, Spain is still considered a favorite for the tournament, with their settled squad and a week remaining to prepare in the US.
- Spain drew 1-1 with Iraq in their final World Cup warm-up match.
- Seven of the eight debutants in the game will not be traveling to the World Cup.
- Many key Spanish players, including those from the Champions League final, were rested or absent.
- The match offered few clues about Spain’s strategy for the World Cup, with numerous substitutions and a different formation potentially used.
- Ferran Torres scored Spain’s goal, assisted by Álex Baena, while Merchas Doski equalized for Iraq.
- Mikel Merino, returning from injury, played his first game since January and wore the captain’s armband.
- Despite the draw, Spain is still considered a favorite for the World Cup.
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