Alba brace sets up Spain and Italy semi-final

Spain will face Italy in the Confederations Cup semi-final after a 3-0 win over Nigeria last night saw the world and European champions finish top of Group B.

Jordi Alba scored twice, passing in following a flowing move early on and then rounding Nigerian goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama with two minutes left.

In between Chelsea striker Fernando Torres got his name on the scoresheet, heading home a Pedro cross two minutes after his introduction as a second half substitute.