Stung by the emerging fear of an early exit, Spain coach del Bosque reverted to the tactics that had drawn widespread criticism in the opening group game with Italy, withdrawing striker Fernando Torres and bringing on winger Navas.

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By withdrawing ARI it is hoped the EU working group will be more likely to view the island's current tax regime favourably.

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The group embarrassed the Congolese government by briefly seizing the key eastern city of Goma late last year, before withdrawing to positions outside the city.

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