Robbie Keane is hoping Ireland will perform better against Spain in New York on Tuesday than when they last met
Fernando Torres is hoping to make the most of his Spain recall and replicate his good end-of-season form with Chelsea.
Spain coach Vicente del Bosque has retained Roberto Soldado in his final 23-man Confederations Cup squad despite the loss of Xabi Alonso.
Fernando Torres has been recalled to a provisional Spain squad for this summer's Confederations Cup.
The Republic of Ireland will face world and European champions Spain in a friendly in New York this summer.
Giovanni Trapattoni says Ireland did not have the correct mentality when they met Spain during last year's Euro finals
Barcelona forward Pedro will be out of action for 10 days after injuring his calf on international duty with Spain.
Spain defender Sergio Ramos admits it has hurt the national team to have come under fire from some supporters recently.
Vicente del Bosque was a relieved after seeing Spain beat France to go top of their World Cup qualifying group.
Spain took a huge step towards qualifying for the 2014 World Cup after beating France in Paris.
France coach Didier Deschamps is not letting Spain's slip-up against Finland lull him into a false sense of security.
France captain Hugo Lloris believes his side should not change their game against World Cup holders Spain.
Santi Cazorla insists Spain remain a force to be reckoned with despite their jittery form in World Cup qualifying.
Spain's Jordi Alba is to return to Barcelona after suffering a hamstring injury in the World Cup qualifier with Finland.
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has thanked Goran Pandev for his support over his FIFA manager award 'fix' claim.
Spain dropped two priceless points in Group I as they were held to a shock 1-1 home draw by Finland.
Sergio Ramos has told Spain not to "live in the past" ahead of two crucial matches in their World Cup qualification bid.
David De Gea believes he has matured as a player and person since his move to Manchester United 18 months ago.
Sergio Ramos will fulfil a major personal goal if he becomes the latest player to make 100 appearances for Spain.
Fernando Torres and Carles Puyol are not in the latest Spain World Cup qualifying squad, but David De Gea is.