The World Champion wants to find redemption at the Santiago Bernabeu after conceding eight goals in the last two games post-South Africa.
Perhaps the burden of the World Championship is too heavy for Vicente Del Bosque's Rojos to bear with. Three consecutive winless matches have greatly undermined their spirit, but the Spaniards are nevertheless the favorites.
"This is a dream come true, we're playing against the best team in the world. This is a high-risk game and there are four possible results: we can either win, tie, lose or be humiliated" said Colombian coach Hernan Dario Gomez.
Spain has performed flawlessly in the last three official games, leading their Euro2012 qualifiers group with 9 points after three games, but their performance in friendly games has been far from satisfying. The hosts miss Carles Puyol and Cesc Fabregas (the first is ruled out due to injuries, the latter with a gastrointestinal complication) and Juan Mata and Javi Martinez, both with Spain's U-21 National Football Team.
Colombia's coach declared they'll be playing against a "reinforced Barcelona", but Del Bosque has many aces up his sleeve to render the Americans hopeless at the Santiago Bernabeu. Will the host celebrate their first victory in 2011 this Wednesday?
Colombia's coach will have to come up with an idea to replace striker Radamel Falcao, natural leader of the Coffee Growers' attack. Dayro Moreno is likely to take over his place, as his performance during the last training matches convinced Gomez to give him a shot among the starting eleven, leaving Hugo Rodallega in the bench.
Racing's Wizard Giovanni Moreno will play a vital role as the central builder of Colombia's attack. Spain's experienced defenders should keep him under a close watch, as his skills as a gunner can pose many threats to Iker Casillas.
Juan Zuñiga and Pablo Armero will be leading the attack from the wings, owners of an unchallenged stamina and speed. Abel Aguilar and Freddy Guarín should contribute with both the attack and the defense if the Colombians are determined to keep up with Spain's pace.
Colombia and Spain took on each other only once before, back in 1981. The game was a tie, with one goal for each side.
Carlos Marchena replaces Carles Puyol in the back line, as the Cule defender struggles with an injury that will stop him from performing. Sergio Busquets and Xabi Alonso will try to dominate the center of the field, while Xavi and Andres Iniesta try to build the offense, associating with Pedro and David Villa.
Fernando Torres and Fernando Llorente will be waiting for an opportunity to sharpen the attack in case the starting eleven fail to break through Colombia's defense. Except for Xabi Alonso, four of Spain's five attackers play week after week together for Barcelona, and such continuity gives yet another edge for the Fury to celebrate a sound victory.
Spain locks horns with an electric rival, capable of changing the course of the game within a few seconds. A preliminary game for the Euro2012 and the Copa America, who'll leave the Santiago Bernabeu with a smile upon their face?
"This is a dream come true, we're playing against the best team in the world. This is a high-risk game and there are four possible results: we can either win, tie, lose or be humiliated" said Colombian coach Hernan Dario Gomez.
Spain has performed flawlessly in the last three official games, leading their Euro2012 qualifiers group with 9 points after three games, but their performance in friendly games has been far from satisfying. The hosts miss Carles Puyol and Cesc Fabregas (the first is ruled out due to injuries, the latter with a gastrointestinal complication) and Juan Mata and Javi Martinez, both with Spain's U-21 National Football Team.
Colombia's coach declared they'll be playing against a "reinforced Barcelona", but Del Bosque has many aces up his sleeve to render the Americans hopeless at the Santiago Bernabeu. Will the host celebrate their first victory in 2011 this Wednesday?
Colombia's coach will have to come up with an idea to replace striker Radamel Falcao, natural leader of the Coffee Growers' attack. Dayro Moreno is likely to take over his place, as his performance during the last training matches convinced Gomez to give him a shot among the starting eleven, leaving Hugo Rodallega in the bench.
Racing's Wizard Giovanni Moreno will play a vital role as the central builder of Colombia's attack. Spain's experienced defenders should keep him under a close watch, as his skills as a gunner can pose many threats to Iker Casillas.
Juan Zuñiga and Pablo Armero will be leading the attack from the wings, owners of an unchallenged stamina and speed. Abel Aguilar and Freddy Guarín should contribute with both the attack and the defense if the Colombians are determined to keep up with Spain's pace.
Colombia and Spain took on each other only once before, back in 1981. The game was a tie, with one goal for each side.
Carlos Marchena replaces Carles Puyol in the back line, as the Cule defender struggles with an injury that will stop him from performing. Sergio Busquets and Xabi Alonso will try to dominate the center of the field, while Xavi and Andres Iniesta try to build the offense, associating with Pedro and David Villa.
Fernando Torres and Fernando Llorente will be waiting for an opportunity to sharpen the attack in case the starting eleven fail to break through Colombia's defense. Except for Xabi Alonso, four of Spain's five attackers play week after week together for Barcelona, and such continuity gives yet another edge for the Fury to celebrate a sound victory.
Spain locks horns with an electric rival, capable of changing the course of the game within a few seconds. A preliminary game for the Euro2012 and the Copa America, who'll leave the Santiago Bernabeu with a smile upon their face?
