Crushed Spain boss Vicente del Bosque said he had no words to explain his side’s 5-1 humiliation by Holland. Holders Spain suffered their worst defeat for 51 years in their humbling by Holland, who exacted revenge for their World Cup final defeat four years ago. Two goals apiece from Robin va nPersie adn Arjen Robben, plus […]
Brazil 3-1 Croatia: The passion of a nation and its love of football was finally unleashed last night as Brazil kicked off the 20th World Cup with victory over Croatia, writes Oliver Holt in Sao Paulo. After a build-up marred by social unrest and demonstrations, fireworks lit up the night sky over this sprawling city to celebrate […]
