David Villa, our captain and human highlight reel, has been recalled to the Spanish Men’s National Team for the first time since announcing his retirement from international duties in 2014.
Villa is Spain's all-time leading goal scorer with 59 in 97 appearances. With his Golden Boot leading campaign in MLS this season, Spain coach Julen Lopetegui believed that Villa deserved a place on their 26-man roster for upcoming matches with Italy and Lichtenstein.
“We felt we needed him now and we think he will help us. He is having magnificent performances with his team and he is very motivated” said Lopetegui on Villa’s selection.