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Our TSN EURO 2012 panel is split on this one. Jason de Vos feels the best way for Spain to nullify Italys threat from midfield is to play Fabregas, while Darren Anderton has been an advocate throughout the tournament of starting Fernando Torres. Del Bosque has surprised us all before in this tournament, but the one player I wouldnt expect to start is Alvaro Negredo. The Sevilla striker was given his chance in the Semi Final against Portugal and it didnt really work, as evidenced by the fact that Del Bosque changed things just after half time and brought Fabregas on in his place. Italy may also have selection choices to make in defence. After an awkward first few minutes, Prandellis team looked relatively untroubled defensively against Germany with Giorgio Chiellini having returned to the side after injury and Federico Balzaretti switching to right back, but there may be other options. 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