World Cup 2010, Spain Vs. Portugal: David Villa’s Fourth Goal Of Tournament Gives Spain Lead

Of course, it had to be David Villa who would put Spain in front, even if it took 62 minutes to do it, but a pass with the outside of the foot from Andrés Iniesta, a touch from Xavi and a run from Villa has Spain in front 1-0 with two-thirds of the match done.

The move for the goal started at the edge of the box, with Andres Iniesta moving from goal right-to-left. The midfielder flicked a ball to Xavi in traffic, who got a slight touch on to David Villa behind the defense. Villa, coming from the left flank, put his first shot into the oncoming Eduardo, but the rebound was lifted over the `keeper, just under the crossbar for the opening goal.

Spain remains ahead of Portugal, 1-0, in the 68th minute.