Diego Costa Makes Spain's World Cup Roster

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Diego Costa Makes Spain's World Cup Roster 

Post#1 » by RealGM Wiretap » Sat May 31, 2014 4:59 pm

Diego Costa has been included on Spain's 23-man roster for the World Cup.

Costa has been dealing with a hamstring injury, which was worsened in last week's Champions League Final.

David Villa and Fernando Torres were also included.

Fernando Llorente and Alvaro Negredo were among the final cuts for Vicente del Bosque.

Juanfran made the roster despite fitness concerns, while Dani Carvajal and Alberto Moreno will stay home.

Jesus Navas is another high-profile player who won't be going to Brazil due to injury issues.

Final 23-man Spain squad

Goalkeepers: Iker Casillas (Real Madrid), Pepe Reina (Napoli), David de Gea (Manchester United)

Defenders: Cesar Azpilicueta (Chelsea), Gerard Pique (Barcelona), Jordi Alba (Barcelona), Sergio Ramos (Real Madrid), Javi Martinez (Bayern Munich), Raul Albiol (Napoli), Juanfran Torres (Atletico Madrid).

Midfielders: Sergio Busquets (Barcelona), Xavi Hernandez (Barcelona), Andres Iniesta (Barcelona), Cesc Fabregas (Barcelona), Xabi Alonso (Real Madrid), Koke Resurreccion (Atletico Madrid), David Silva (Manchester City), Juan Mata (Manchester United), Santi Cazorla (Arsenal)

Forwards: Pedro Rodriguez (Barcelona), Diego Costa (Atletico Madrid), David Villa (Atletico Madrid), Fernando Torres (Chelsea).

Via ESPN

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