It will be a baptism of fire for Marcos Llorente.
For his first game in the World Cup, the Atlético Madrid player was chosen by Luis Enrique as a right defender.
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In midfield, no surprises with the FC Barcelona triplet: Busquets-Gavi-Pedri
For the attack, no Alvaro Morata, yet author of 3 goals in the group stage.
It is the titular trio for the opening match which will start with Dani Olmo on the left, Marco Asensio in the axis and Ferran Torres on the right side.
Spain: Unai Simon, Marcos Llorente, Aymeric Laporte, Rodri, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets (cap.), Gavi, Pedri, Ferran Torres, Dani Olmo, Marco Asensio