Villa nets lone goal as Spain blanks Portugal

Spain's David Villa scored off his own rebound, finally breaking down Portugal's defense in a 1-0 victory that put the European champs in the World Cup quarterfinal.
Jun 29, 2010, 05:48 pm - Associated Press

Match Timeline

Spain
Portugal
  • KO
  • HT
  • 59
  • 59
  • 63
  • 72
  • 88
  • 90+3
  • FT

Match Commentary

93'
So Spain are into the last eight without hitting top gear. If Torres can find some form, the prospect of a Spain v Argentina semi-final is a mouthwatering one.
93'
Read our full match report <a href="http://soccernet.espn.go.com/report?id=264114&cc=5739&ver=global" target="_blank">here</a>.
93'
David Villa draws himself level with Gonzalo Higuain and Robert Vittek as the tournaments top goalscorer. Who'd bet against him collecting the golden boot now?
Match Stats
ESPPOR
Possession
61%
3961
39%
Shots on Goal
10
3
Shot Attempts
19
9
Yellow Cards
1
1
Corner Kicks
6
3
Saves
3
9