There were mixed fortunes for Barça players in the latest international matches. Ronaldinho came out better than Rafa Marquez as Brazil beat Mexico 3-1 in Boston, Giovani dos Santos came on as sub for the last 16 minutes.

Xavi scored Spain’s opening goal in their 2-0 win over Latvia, Andres Iniesta played most of the second half after coming on as sub for David Villa. There was also a successful night for Zambrotta who played all 90 minutes of Italy’s 1-2 win in the Ukraine. 

Leo Messi had a good game, hitting the post and setting up Argentina’s goal, scored by Demichelis, in the 1-0 win over Australia in Melbourne. And Eidur Gudjohnsen played his first match since his injury, coming on in the 53rd minute of Iceland’s 2-1 win over Northern Ireland.

There was a poor night, however, for Thuram and Abidal who both played in France’s 0-1 home defeat to Scotland, Abidal was substited after 77 minutes. While Deco played 76 minutes of Portugal’s disappointing 1-1 with Serbia.

There have been no reports of any injuries, except for Toure Yaya who picked up a knock in Saturday’s game against Gabon. He is expected to be fit for Sunday’s game against Osasuna.