Jesus Navas defends Vicente Del Bosque's selection

Spain winger Jesus Navas has leapt to the defence of his coach Vicente Del Bosque.

The veteran boss received some criticism for the side that he selected during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Italy, which did not include a striker until Fernando Torres's introduction 18 minutes from time.

Despite failing to win the game, Sevilla midfielder Navas believes that his coach's decision to begin the encounter without a centre-forward was a "good one".

"There are many opinions regarding his selection but I think the coach's decision was a good one," Navas told reporters.

"The coach always chooses a lineup to win a game and in this case, things went well for us. But we also have other alternatives."

Navas featured as a substitute against the Italians.