Injury scare for Alonso

Spain’s World Cup preparations have been hit by an injury scare involving key midfielder Xabi Alonso.

The Liverpool star was forced to abandon training today with a leg strain and is awaiting news on the injury, which forced him to miss a six-a-side game.

Chelsea full-backs Asier del Horno and Real Madrid’s Michel Salgado were the other players unable to train.

Del Horno underwent tests on a calf injury this morning in Valencia and the results will be crucial in determining whether he will be able to travel to Germany.