Spain vs. Venezuela: Preview, Live Stream, Start Time and More

Spain and Venezuela are set to take the pitch in an international friendly.

This is a pivotal match for Spain as it is their last chance to tune up the squad before the Euros. The defending World Cup champs will be big favorites here, but don't count out Venezuela.

They have a lot to prove, and will see this as a much bigger opportunity than Spain.  

Where: Estadio La Rosaleda in Málaga, Spain

Watch: ESPN Deportes

When: Wednesday, February 29th at 3:30 p.m. EST

Live Stream: ESPN 3 

Most Important Player to Watch: Spain's Iker Muniain

This 19-year-old winger will likely get his first international action in this match. This is the last friendly before Spain coach Vicente del Bosque has to set his roster for the Euros. 

This will provide a nice opportunity to see if Muniain is ready to play with the big boys. 

Key Matchup: Rafael Romo vs. David Silva

If Venezuela is going to hang with Spain in this one, they are going to need a heroic effort from their goalie, Romo. 

Expect Romo to get tested early and often in this one, and the majority of those attempts will be flying in off the foot of David Silva. 

What They're Saying

Vasil Kotsev of goal.com relays the following words from Venezuelan, Salomon Rondon. Speaking to Goal.com, the Malaga player underlined the importance of the clash with la Furia Roja for the Vinotinto, and discussed what could make the difference on Wednesday night at La Rosaleda.

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The game is very important to me. I could not play in the first friendly against Spain in my country before the Copa America due to injury, and now I do not want to miss it for the world. It is a big chance for me and Venezuelan football.

They [Spain] are the champions of Europe and the world. We, however, do not fear any opponent, no matter who they are. The best thing about us is our enthusiasm and desire to improve."

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Prediction: Spain 3, Venezuela 2

Venezuela will put up a good fight here, but in the end it won't be enough. They will catch Spain off guard, but at some point, Spain will remember who they are and close the door.