Spain boost as Fabregas wins battle for fitness

CESC Fabregas has raised hopes he will be fit for Spain’s World Cup semi-final against Germany tonight by training with his team-mates last night.

The Arsenal midfielder had a scan on his right leg after taking a knock in training but there was no serious damage.

He did have a support strip on the back of his leg in training in Durban last night but took part in a full session with no apparent adverse effects.