08/07 The Sports Pages

The Sports Pages

Paul the Octopus got his prediction spot on. Spain went through to the World Cup final last night after they nipped past Germany.

The Daily Star report compares it to a heavyweight fight night in Madison Square Garden or Las Vegas, but, in truth, most of us neutrals were left disappointed.

They both slugged away for 90 minutes with Carles Puyol scoring the all-important goal midway through the second half - a powerful header from a set-piece.

Spain roll on to Sunday’s final to play Holland. We can’t wait.