Holland v Spain preview - Iker Casillas admits Spain are nervous
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Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas admits his side have been feeling the pressure at South Africa 2010 and confessed they are nervous going into the World Cup final against Holland.
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Although the Euro 2008 winners have responded well to their setback in the opening game against Switzerland by reeling off five wins on the trot, three straight single-goal victories in the knockout phase do not hint at a team on top of their game.
“This is a very important match, the most important of our careers, and we do feel nervous,” said Real Madrid ace Casillas.
“We have felt a bit anxious all the way through the tournament, even the early matches. We are all aware how vital this game is. It is only natural to have a few butterflies.”
Barcelona midfielder Xavi has also admitted Spain need to find their killer touch if they are to lift football’s biggest trophy for the first time.
“It is clear we have not scored many goals,” said the 30-year-old. “We are feeling very comfortable with the way we are playing, and we are creating plenty of opportunities. Usually when you do that, you tend to get goals.
“But we are not converting the chances to our normal percentage. Let’s see if we can lift that because it will be particularly important here.”
Spain are 11/10 to beat Holland in normal time at Soccer City and punters can also bet on how many goals they will score in Johannesburg, with 20/1 available for four or more, 7/1 exactly three, 5/2 for two, 6/4 just one and 12/5 none.