But then Blind and van Persie linked up for the goal of the tournament so far. Blind, the Ajax defender, also made the long precision pass to Robben in the 53rd minute that gave the Netherlands the lead. He sent a long ball from the left flank to Robben, whose brilliant first touch, and masterful second touch, sent two Spanish defenders, including Gerard Piqué, and Casillas the wrong way, allowing Robben to drill the ball into the back of the net with his thunderous left foot.
For many Dutch fans, the goal, especially the way Robben collected the long ball with one guileful touch, was reminiscent of Dennis Bergkamp’s brilliant goal for the Netherlands in the 1998 World Cup.
Dat commentaar van Jack over Casillas: 'je kan er geen houwtje-touwtje meer van'.
Laatst bewerkt: 14 jun 2014