GOAL! IRAN 0-1 SPAIN (Costa, 54)
(Match Underway)
- Group B fixture
The formidable Spanish front line proved that they have goals in them, with Diego Costa spearheading the attack in the No. 9 role.
Real call that Costa scored two goals in the 3-3 blockbuster against Portugal in one of the games of the tournament so far, Spain now turn their attention to Iran.
A rare David De Gea mistake, combined with some CR7 brilliance, kept Portugal within touching distance of the 2010 world champs.
His fantastic solo effort turned the Portuguese defenders inside out, as he buried his shot past a helpless Rui Patricio.
Now that he has settled into his new role, Spain coach Fernando Hierro will encourage his players to take valuable points from the likes Iran and Morocco.
Against top quality opposition, he looked class, so how will he fare against the lower ranked Iran?
17 minutes played so far still goalless
possession Iran 33% Spain 67%
end of first 45 minutes 0-0 situation
Goal Costa 54 minutes
71 minutes on 0-1 still