David Villa believes Spain cannot be allowed to be swept along by the tag of World Cup favourites.

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas was on target as Spain hit back from an early deficit to rout 10-man Austria.

Carles Puyol has admitted that he may slip into international retirement after the 2010 World Cup.

Vicente del Bosque has moved to curb the expectation sweeping around Spain ahead of the 2010 World Cup.

Xabi Alonso scored a goal in each half as Spain overcame Argentina 2-1 in an entertaining friendly in Madrid.

Sevilla winger Jesus Navas has been included in Spain's senior squad for the first time.

Fifa have confirmed their latest rankings, meaning Ireland are set to face either France, Portugal, Russia or Greece in the play-offs.
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| Time | Result |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 18th November | |
| International Match | |
| Austria 1 - 5 Spain | |
| Saturday 14th November | |
| International Match | |
| Spain 2 - 1 Argentina | |
| Wednesday 14th October | |
| FIFA World Cup European Qualifying | |
| Bosnia-Herzegovina 2 - 5 Spain | |
| Saturday 10th October | |
| FIFA World Cup European Qualifying | |
| Armenia 1 - 2 Spain | |
| Wednesday 9th September | |
| FIFA World Cup European Qualifying | |
| Spain 3 - 0 Estonia | |
| Saturday 5th September | |
| FIFA World Cup European Qualifying | |
| Spain 5 - 0 Belgium | |
| Wednesday 12th August | |
| International Match | |
| FYR Macedonia 2 - 3 Spain | |
| Sunday 28th June | |
| FIFA Confederations Cup | |
| Spain 3 - 2 South Africa | |
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