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Can Spain still pick De Gea with sex case allegations hanging over his head?

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It is a nightmare start for Spain. Before a ball has even been kicked at Euro 2016, the defending champions have been rocked by allegations of goalkeeper David De Gea's involvement in a sex case. And even though the Manchester United shot-stopper has vehemently denied all the claims, the case will not go away any time soon.

Spain start the defence of their title in Toulouse on Monday against the Czech Republic and coach Vicente del Bosque was already facing a difficult decision with regard to his choice of goalkeeper as most media and fans of La Roja have been calling for De Gea to be picked instead of captain Iker Casillas.