Spain and France stand in direct clash for the first place in their group, which immediately gets the team in the World Cup finals. After failing at home against Finland, the Spaniards left behind 2 points from "Roosters" and eventual loss or even a draw in this match can crash the hopes of the team for a first place in the group. The main reason for this is the fact that this is the second meeting between Spain and France, and the other three teams in the group seem easy to overcome for the "Roosters".
Jordi Alba will miss the trip to France, after having received an injury in the game against Finland. Reviewing the squad of the guests, the lack of Alba does not seem to be such problem. Statements by Staff of Spain before this game are quite clear. All the team say there is no weakening in shape and performance and they will give everything to win against France and thus occupy the top place in the group. Santi Cazorla has admitted that his team has made some big mistakes, but noted that the Spaniards are hungry for wins and new titles.
France itself is in great shape and definitely the team played with great confidence and peace of mind. The French hope to remain unbeaten in the qualifying rounds and having the game they demonstrate that seems quite possible. Draw against Spain would fully satisfy "Roosters" and at the moment.