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Spain team news: Predicted Spain line up vs Iran – Defence unchanged despite Ronaldo rout
SPAIN are expected to field an unchanged starting XI against Iran, despite conceding three goals against Portugal last time out.
Spain could be set to field an unchanged XI against Iran from the team that drew 3-3 with Portugal in their opening World Cup match.
Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat-trick for the European champions, although stand-in coach Fernando Hierro is unlikely to change his approach against Iran.
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Nacho should continue at right-back after scoring in the draw, while Sergio Ramos, Gerard Pique and Jordi Alba complete the back four.
Diego Costa will continue up front after scoring twice against Portugal, while Isco and David Silva are expected to get the nod in the wide positions.
Take a look through the gallery above to see how Spain could line up when they take on Iran in their World Cup Group B clash.