Spanish striker David Villa is likely to be out for a lengthy spell ( see Villa leg injury video below) on the sidelines after breaking his leg in Barcelona’s Club World Cup semifinal against Qatari outfit Al Sadd. Villa suffered a fractured tibia while trying to convert a long pass in the first half. He was stretchered off and was replaced by Alexis Sanchez.
Costa Rica vs Spain 2011 ( CRC Spain video below)
Final score and result:- Costa Rica vs Spain 2-2 ( Brenes, Campbell/ David Silva, David Villa)
Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, San Jose, Costa Rica- 15 November, 2011
Late goals from David Silva and David Villa help Spain avoid an upset as they draw 2-2 with Costa Rica.
England v Spain 2011 ( England vs Spain Friendly 2011)
Score and result:- England vs Spain 1-0 ( Frank Lampard)
Wembley Stadium, London- 12 November, 2011- International friendly
Stand in skipper Frank Lampard scores the only goal of the game as England produce a resolute defensive performance to beat reigning European and world champions Spain 1-0 at Wembley.