- Jose Mourinho sends a message of support to troubled David De Gea
- The United number one could be dropped in Spain's match against Russia
- Fernando Hiero's side topped Group B ahead of Iberian neighbours Portugal
Jose Mourinho has sent a text message to support to his Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea as the Spaniard could be axed from Fernando Hiero's starting XI.
The Spanish number one has come under criticism after looking less than convincing in between the sticks.
The 27-year-old made a glaring error in Spain's opening game against Portugal, letting Cristiano Ronaldo's shot slip through his hands.
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Reports in Spain have claimed boss Fernando Hierro will drop the United star in favour of Athletico Bilbao’s Kepa Arrizabalaga for their last-16 clash against Russia
According to the Metro, Mourinho has sent messages of support to his star man following De Gea's uncertainties in the first XI.
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Spain's World Cup campaign was scandalous after Julen Lopetegui was axed barely days before the tournament began.
Hierro succeeded the 51-year-old who signed for Real Madrid and has guided the nation out of Group B, without looking too convincing.
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Spain drew their first game with Portugal before edging Iran and drawing with Morocco. They topped their group with goals scored and will play Russia on Sunday in the last-16.
Meanwhile, NAIJ.com had earlier reported that Spain's opponent, Russia lost 3-0 to Uruguay in their last Group match.
A Luis Suarez and a Denis Cheryshev's own goal put Oscar Tabarez 2-0 up as Edison Cavani wrapped it up with the third.
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