Torres looked tired, but I dunno about subbing off Xavi at this point. Spain are totally dominant now, but can't get complacent - Russia's attackers can punish one mistake.
Aragones never waits until the end to make subs...its risky ..............Guiza Iniesta.................Silva ..............Cesc ........Alonso....Senna
Ridiculous how the game seems to be parked in the Russian half, but all credit goes to the Spanish. Unless Germany gets blessed by luck again, Spain may very well win the tournament.
They looked decidedly ordinary without him in qualifying and the group. He adds a hell of a lot more than his ability to this Russian side when he plays.
I personally just think the Russians got off to a slow start really they were never 4-1 worse than Spain. Perhaps just 3-0.
The timing of the run was also excellent. Both Spanish goals were like that - terrific service, smart run, great finish.