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Spain humbled by the Dutch

13 June 2014 - 23:59

In the most awaited game on Friday, the Netherlands showed their class as they thrashed defending champions Spain.

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The game was predicted as some as the biggest game in the FIFA showpiece. However, it ended up one-sided as the Dutch avenged their 2010 World Cup final defeat by thrashing Spain with a record 5-1 margin.

Spain took the lead via a controversial penalty from Xabi Alonso in the 27th minute. A brace from Robin van Persie, Arjen Robben, and a goal from Stefan de Vrij turned the tide as the Oranje's inflicted a crushing defeat to La Roja in Salvador.The extraordinary drama in Group B has potentially turned permutations following Chile's 3-1 win over Australia this evening in Cuiabá.

The defeat was Spain's worst since their 6-2 hammering at the hands of Scotland in 1963.

Written by Sri Aswin