Originally posted on 03/26/2013:

Spain is highly motivated after drawing unexpectedly to Finland last Friday... Del Bosque has stated that his intention is to start Xavi and Xabi Alonso if both are fit, which it's likely to occur... Also expect Villa to start giving Spain a much needed striker instead of all the Fabregas "fake 9" stuff along with Pedro and Iniesta

France will probably give the ball to Spain and will wait back until some counter-attack arises... Varane is not expected to start at the centre back since Koscielny is rested. They will probably lineup a more physical midfield with Cabaye and Matuidi and Gonalons instead of Pogba... Benzema is not playing well and Ribery will face Arbeloa, who has recorded great matches against him.

All in all, an interesting game to match... I like Villa to score anytime (@2.50) and Spain DNB (@1.53)