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Ivan Rakitic says Spain are perfect opponents for his 100th Croatia cap

Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic is set for a pretty special evening on Tuesday, as he is set to win his 100th international cap against Spain.

Rakitic is looking forward to the match in Alicante, where he will come up against plenty of familiar faces.

He also faces former Barcelona manager Luis Enrique and says Spain are the perfect opposition on his big night

“I can not believe it, I am happy and proud to have reached this number, you can not choose a better opponent than Spain for this game,” he said.