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Real Madrid captain Ramos surprised by Casillas Spain snub

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos is surprised by the omission of Porto goalkeeper Iker Casillas from the Spain squad.

New coach Julen Lopetegui has put a marker down and has also snubbed Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas.

"We were all are surprised when a player so emblematic and historic wasn't called up, he's our first captain," Ramos began.

"I've talked with Iker a lot but you have to respect the decision of the coach."

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