Vincente del Bosque, in the 87th minute, used his second substitution, bringing in Cesc Fabregas for Xabi Alonso.
World Cup 2010 Final, Spain Vs. Netherlands: Cesc Fabregas Replaces Xabi Alonso
The move is an attacking one, with Alonso, who normally sits deep in the Spanish formation, brought-off for somebody who more commonly plays higher in attack.
The match is still scoreless in the 89th minute. If it remains drawn after second half stoppage time, a 30 minute extra period will be played.
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