Spain Crushed Russia 3-0 to Reach Final Euro 2008

dynamic posted 6/26/2008 from leoxa.com [flag]

Spain produced a superb display to cruise past Russia and set up a Euro 2008 final against Germany on Sunday. Arsenal’s Cesc Fabregas was the driving force behind the win after coming on as substitute for injured David Villa. Xavi turned home Andres Iniesta’s cross after 50 minutes and substitute Daniel Guiza converted a superb pass from Fabregas with 17 minutes left. Fabregas played ... [link]

Spain Crushed Russia 3-0 to Reach Final Euro 2008

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