Coach backs Torres

Spain coach Vicente del Bosque will stick by Fernando Torres for the teams quarter-final match against Paraguay despite the striker8217;s poor World Cup form so far. But Del Bosque said he will not be swayed for the match at Ellis Park with Spain on the cusp of reaching the semi-finals for the first time.

Our striker right now is Fernando Torres, Del Bosque said. Hes played four games,a lot of minutes and will play more. We8217;ve got full confidence in him while we also know that Fernando Llorente brings a lot of qualities too.

Striker David Villa,who shares the tournament scoring lead with four goals,said it8217;s just a matter of time before Torres scores. 8220;We all know his moment will come,8221; Villa said. 8220;Hopefully it8217;s Saturday against Paraguay.8221;

Llorente,whose entrance helped Spain crack Portugal8217;s stubborn defense,said his team8217;s deep bench means it has options for any situation.

8220;There are some incredible players in this team and those on the bench also deserve to play which makes it complicated,8221; Llorente said.