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