This is definitely going to be an interesting encounter. A chance for a European nation to win the tournamet outside their continent for the first time. Spain, have never reached a World Cup Final before while Netherlands finished runners-up in 1974 and 1978. Both have a chance to win it for the first time. In this game, we'll not only see two of the best footballing nations take on each other but top scorers, Wesley Sneijder and David Villa will come head-to-head with a chance to win the Golden Boot (unless of course, Torres scores 6
).
Netherlands, who beat Uruguay 3-2 in the semi-final have definitely been one of the more interesting nations in this year's tournament. I would think that Arjen Robben and Wesley Sneijder are the two most dangerous players but the likes of Robin van Persie and Dirk Kuyt can also do damage. Arjen Robben is very dangerous on the right where he usually cuts in and has a powerful left foot. Top scorer, Wesley Sneijder, has a chance to add the World Cup trophy and Golden Boot award to his treble with Inter Milan. The only worry for Netherlands, IMO, is that they tend to concede goals.
Spain, even though not at their best in the tournament until the semi-final against Germany, where they put on their best performance, deservedly won that tie. No one keeps the ball better than the Spaniards especially if Xavi, Xabi Alonso and Andres Iniesta are on form. Though they've won all their knock-out games 1-0, the Spanish have grinded out results they need to reach the final, which is what matters. If they take control of the midfield, they can create tons of chances but have only scored 7 goals and conceded 2, both in the group stages.
It's difficult to tell who will win because it's football. Obviously, I want Spain to win because I'm a
la furia roja fan. One thing we can be happy is, Liverpool have 4 representatives in the final and two of the four Liverpool players are definitely to return to Melwood with World Cup medals.
All the best, Spain and Netherlands! (Hope Spain wins though
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