How Spain should line up for the 2018 FIFA World Cup

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This is the most interesting part of Spain's lineup. There are extraordinary midfielders in their squad but also have some struggling strikers. So, why not make use of their best players to build a better playing XI.

David Silva can occupy the role of a right winger, where he can show off his dribbling and exquisite crossing. Spain can make use of his control and calmness of the ball in the final third. This season, Silva has already been directly involved in 13 goals in the premier league so far. Pretty decent for a central midfielder who has an attacking instinct.

Silva can make the right flank his own, which will allow him to cut in and shoot with his stronger foot as well.

On the left flank, Spain should field Isco. This man is arguably the best player for Real Madrid so far, he always puts up a show whenever he's on the pitch. His accuracy, power and dribbling skills make him a perfect fit for the role. Again, he too, will have the freedom to cut onto his stronger right foot and shoot.

Isco will be looking to lead this side for the World Cup too. The Real Madrid star will surely have the freedom to roam around a bit, get involved in the build-ups and even finish off the move for his team.

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Costa was in good goal-scoring form during the qualifiers.

Finally, we have Diego Costa up front. Like every other team needs an out-and-out striker, Spain will put their trust in Costa to do the job for them. He scored 5 goals in 5 appearances for his National team during the World Cup qualifiers, and Spain's manager would be hoping to see his man find the back of the net frequently.

Alvaro Morata and Iago Aspas can be quality backup strikers for Spain's boss. Whereas, Marco Asensio and Gerard Deulofeu could be brought on in later stages of the game to terrorize the tired opposition defences with their explosive speed.

Spain played with a similar formation against Italy and the results were remarkable. Enjoy Spain's magic and Isco's individual brilliance below.

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