Spain had an easy in their last match before the team for the Euro 2012 team is picked. They routed Venezuela 5-0 in a friendly international match. Soldado made an impact in the game to claim his place in the squad scoring two goals in the first 10 minutes after the change of sides. The Valencia striker was brought as a replacement for Fernando Torres, whose recent form has been terrible.

The Spanish team dominated the match right from the moment go, with Ramos, Llorente and Iniesta testing the opponent’s goal keeper very early in the match. Iniesta opened the account in the 36th minute, followed by a goal from Silva in the 40th minute.

After the lemon break Soldado scored twice and put the Spanish team in firm control of the match.He completed his hat-trick in the 84th minute to announce his comeback after five years.

By Indian Sports News