Brazil couldn't watch as fast as Holland came from a goal behind to win 2-1. Germany were the victim of the masters in midfield, Andres Iniesta and Xavi. The Furia Roja's extraordinary midfield along with striker David Villa will bring the European Champions the World Cup.īoth teams impressed with a very effective style. Holland’s backline is a bit weaker than Germany's defence, and this game become easier for Spain. Holland and Germany have played nearly with the same style in this tournament and in the previous round Spain showed how they can beat this style. Holland will play for their lives and thus may sneak a goal, but will struggle for possession and ultimately be unable to withstand the pressure, even if the difference has to be made by one of Spain's many great substitutes, and even if that difference comes after extra time. Spain are in a technical class of their own and while not dazzling, are strategically supreme and confident in matches of any magnitude. Spain will truly click into gear just in time to lift the World Cup for the first time, one goal from Villa making the difference in an unusually tense game. The Dutch have enjoyed a magnificent unbeaten run, and surprised much of the world with their coherence and discipline, but this run is about to come to an end. David Villa will get on the score sheet once again. The Dutch are an incredible team, but the Spanish have shown little weakness and always seem to control the game. This game is special because it will provide a new World Cup winner, and I believe that Spain will come out on top over 90 minutes thanks to their fine possession play and passing game. 's global team of editors comes together to predict the score of this year's World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain.įrom the two countries involved, right down to South Africa, through to Japan and back around to the USA, this is the place to find the global perspective on the biggest match of the year.