Intro:

Spain and Luxembourg trained on Saturday (11th October) ahead of their 2016 European Championships Group C qualifier.

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La Seleccion are looking to bounce back after their shock defeat in the group stages against Slovakia on Thursday, but coach Vicente del Bosque looked optimistic despite the amount of players that are missing due to injury or retirement. The team spoke on Saturday during their preparations for the game against Luxembourg,

SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Vicente del Bosque, Spain head coach:

"I think the team are doing fine. The players look good and are in a good mood, and we are encouraging them."

SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Gerard Pique, Spain defender:

"We are now missing four or five players, and unfortunately this is a shame for the team. We are looking at the changes and the coach is looking for replacements and is figuring out the best way that we can play to follow our objectives which is to win."

Del Bosque did not state whether Seleccion veteran Iker Casillas would be included in the selection for the game against Luxembourg, after the captain came under fire from the press and fans.

SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Cesc Fabregas, Spain midfielder:

"We know what kind of a figure Iker Casillas is and there is not much else to say. Everyone who is in the Madrid press and from the national team knows that better than anyone. I know him personally,. He is a strong person. he gives 150% to his profession He is a friend, he is a great team mate and a great captain and I think I have said everything that needs to be said, especially when things don't turn out as well for you as they normally do.

Spain will be facing Luxembourg away on Sunday, and are currently the leaders of Group C with three points.