Dutch beat Uruguay to reach World Cup final

Wesley Sneijder and Arjen Robben scored second-half goals and the Netherlands withstood a late charge to beat Uruguay 3-2 and advance to the World Cup final.
Jul 7, 2010, 09:48 am - Associated Press

Match Timeline

Uruguay
Netherlands
  • KO
  • 18
  • 41
  • HT
  • 45
  • 70
  • 73
  • 78
  • 84
  • 90
  • 90+2
  • FT

Match Commentary

97'
Hot off the press, here is our <a href="http://soccernet.espn.go.com/report?id=264120&cc=5739&ver=global" target="_blank">report of the match</a>.
97'
So, who will the Dutch meet in the final? Spain and Germany is set to be a fascinating game tomorrow night. We'll have it covered, of course, but to get you in the mood, why not <a href="http://soccernet.espn.go.com/world-cup/story/_/id/806279/ce/uk/?cc=5739&ver=global" target="_blank">have a look at our preview</a>.
97'
<img src="http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2010/0706/soc_netherlands_dj_288.jpg"><br>Arjen Robben celebrates scoring the goal that put the result beyond doubt.
Match Stats
URUNED
Possession
47%
5347
53%
Shots on Goal
6
7
Shot Attempts
12
11
Yellow Cards
2
3
Corner Kicks
4
5
Saves
4
4