Upon reflection, even the own goal was quite remarkable.
Spain’s 5-1 triumph over Switzerland in the World Cup on Saturday was truly impressive. The goals showcased a variety of techniques, like exquisite passing, fancy footwork, and opportunistic finishes, forming a delightful tapas menu of scoring strategies.
Surprisingly, the own goal scored by Spain defender Laia Codina, the one she wishes she could retract, added some beauty to the game. It involved a smooth finish, with Codina exploiting her own goalkeeper’s misplacement from near midfield and cleanly beating her.
Although an own goal, it did not prove fatal as Spain quickly regained the lead through Alba Redondo’s goal just six minutes later.
Aitana Bonmatí’s remarkable footwork led to the third goal, leaving at least two Swiss defenders sprawled on the grass. Before halftime, Codina redeemed herself with a goal in the correct net. In the second half, Jenni Hermoso capitalized on an errant backpass, securing the fifth goal for Spain.
However, Spain had already known they would emerge victorious long before that. They now advance to the quarterfinals, where they will face the winner of Sunday’s match between the Netherlands and South Africa. This success marks a significant milestone in the team’s recovery process, which began after a near mutiny against coach Jorge Vilda last year. With this win, their confidence is soaring.
This knockout victory is Spain’s first in a major tournament, and considering its comprehensive nature, it may not be their last in this World Cup.
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