Spain's measured - some say slower and over-elaborate - build-up ignores the advantage Torres' pace can give them.

Coach Luis Aragones has gone with a squad that have no wide midfielders or outright wingers.

For example, among Valencia's world-class wingers, Joaquin has been overlooked, while Vicente is injured.

As a result of this formation, Torres has scored just twice in 14 matches over the last 18 months for the national team.