Spain and Netherlands even at 0-0 at halftime of extra time in World Cup final at Soccer City

Spain-Netherlands at 0-0 at halftime of extra time

JOHANNESBURG — Both Spain and the Netherlands had their chances to take the lead in extra time of the World Cup final, although both failed to make them count Sunday as the teams were still even at 0-0 after 105 minutes.

Spain substitute Cesc Fabregas had the best chance in the 95th, but Netherlands goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg made the one-on-one save.

One minute later, Joris Mathijsen sent a header over the bar from Wesley Sneijder’s corner.

Jesus Navas then had a shot deflected wide in the 101st.

In regulation time, Arjen Robben broke free in the 62nd but his low shot to the far post was kept out with the toe of Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas’ right boot.

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JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Spain and the Netherlands will play extra time in the World Cup final after a 0-0 draw in 90 minutes.

The teams created few clear chances at Soccer City but the game opened up slightly after a cagey opening hour in which the Netherlands broke up Spain’s attempts to get its passing game going with physical play that brought the Dutch six yellow cards.

Netherlands winger Arjen Robben broke free in the 62nd minute but his low shot to the far post was brilliantly kept out with the toe of goalkeeper Iker Casillas’ right foot.

Netherlands goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg then knocked David Villa’s close-range finish over the bar before Spain defender Sergio Ramos headed over the bar while unmarked.