Netherlands v Spain

De Jong happy with 'curious' decision

July 12, 2010
By Soccernet staff
Netherlands midfielder Nigel de Jong has admitted he was fortunate to avoid a red card for his challenge on Xabi Alonso during the World Cup final.

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De Jong made a chest-high tackle on Alonso during the first half but, after furious ...

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