Spain’s Xabi Alonso hails Euro 2012 group success
Reigning champions delighted to progress
Published: 19/06/2012
SPAIN’S star midfielder Xabi Alonso was delighted they won their Euro 21012 group after coming through a nerve-wracking clash with Croatia to reach the quarter-finals.
European Championship Group C was in the balance until the final few minutes, with reigning champions Spain qualifying with a 1-0 win.
Alonso said: “Clearly, the important thing was to advance as group winners.”
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