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2. De Jong on Alonso – Holland vs. Spain, 2010 World Cup Final
A kick straight out of kung-fu manuals. Holland, fully aware of Spain’s ability to keep the ball, resorted to physical and pressure tactics, spearheaded by the 2 terriers in midfield, captain Mark van Bommel and Nigel de Jong. Both were better known for their physicality than their skill with the ball. One wonders how Alonso escaped without his ribs being smashed. One also wonders how de Jong got away with it. Parental guidance advised.
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