CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Spain’s David Villa scored off his own rebound, finally breaking down Portugal’s defense in a 1-0 victory that put the European champs in the World Cup quarterfinal.
Villa took Xavi Hernandez’ heel pass in the 63rd minute, but his left-footed shot was saved by Portuguese goalkeeper Eduardo. He then fired the rebound with his right foot off the underside of the crossbar and into the net.
It was Villa’s fourth goal of the tournament.
Spain will play Paraguay in the quarterfinals on Saturday.
