Spain Hits out at critics

Match Report: Italy 1-1 Spain

Vitolo: The penalty was a dubious call

Committing his fourth penalty of the season, Sergio Ramos has come under fire recently for his erratic form and lapses in concentration and yet the Spanish centre-back is confident he'll have the last laugh.

A foul in the 82nd minute allowed Daniele de Rossi to equalise from the spot and spoil La Roja's otherwise perfect first half.

"Those criticising me right now should enjoy themselves, because I'm going to shut them up in the end," Ramos lashed out. "Anyone can make a mistake, even Gianluigi Buffon.

"The only difference is that in Italy they applaud you while here [in Spain] they boo you."

Ramos did however emphasise the improvement in the team since their Euro 2016 exit against the same opponents.

"We have recovered our philosophy and style of play," the defender pointed out.

"All of us should be happy with the change from the European Championship game and the match on Thursday."