World Cup Group B: Spain vs Chile preview

World Cup Group B: Spain vs Chile preview
Holders Spain face a crucial match on Wednesday in Group B against Chile in Rio de Janeiro. The Spaniards got off to a terrible start last week as they were thrashed 5-1 by the Netherlands while Chile clinched a solid 3-1 success over Australia. Spain would need at least a draw against Chile to keep their qualification hopes alive but a win is what they would need to really boost their campaign. On the other hand a victory for Chile would put them through to the next round, that would be a remarkable achievement for the South American side. Spain captain Iker Casillas had a terrible display against Holland but he will probably keep his place between the sticks after replacement goalkeeper David de Gea suffered an injury in training. There are no other injury concerns for Spain while Chile are set to name the same first eleven that defeated Australia. Here are the probable starting line-ups: Spain: Casillas; Azpilicueta, Pique, Ramos, Alba; Busquets, Alonso, Xavi; Silva, Torres, Iniesta Chile: Bravo; Isla, Mena, Diaz; Medel, Jara, Aranguiz, Vidal, Vargas; Sanchez, Valdivia My prediction: Spain to win 2-1 Here are the odds for the match at Bet365: Spain win - 4/7 Draw - 7/2 Chile win - 5/1
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