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Throwback to a historic Netherlands win at FIFA World Cup 2014 😮💨
Spain 1-5 Netherlands (13 June, 2014 – FIFA World Cup)
⏰ 27′ Xabi Alonso (P) ⚽️
Spain took an early lead in the 27th minute thanks to a penalty goal by Xabi Alonso.
⏰ 44′ Robin van Persie ⚽️
⏰ 53′ Arjen Robben ⚽️
⏰ 65′ Stefan de Vrij ⚽️
⏰ 72′ Robin van Persie ⚽️
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⏰ 80′ Arjen Robben ⚽️
Just before halftime, Robin van Persie equalized with a spectacular diving header. The Netherlands maintained their dominance in the second half as well, scoring four consecutive goals.
In this match, both Arjen Robben and Robin van Persie scored two goals each. The remaining goal was scored by Stefan de Vrij from a set piece.
| Minute | Goal Scorer | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27′ | Xabi Alonso (Penalty) | Spain | 1–0 |
| 44′ | Robin van Persie | Netherlands | 1–1 |
| 53′ | Arjen Robben | Netherlands | 1–2 |
| 64′ | Stefan de Vrij | Netherlands | 1–3 |
| 72′ | Robin van Persie | Netherlands | 1–4 |
| 80′ | Arjen Robben | Netherlands | 1–5 |
Key Match Facts
- Date: Friday, 13 June 2014
- Location/Venue: Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador, Brazil
- Main Referee: Nicola Rizzoli (Italy)
- Man of the Match: Robin van Persie (Netherlands)
- Official Attendance: 48,173 spectators
- Spain HeadCoach: Vicente del Bosque
- Netherlands HeadCoach: Louis van Gaal
