Netherlands vs. Brazil 2010: Dutch team show character and qualify

Netherlands go through to the semifinals after what was one of the most beautiful games at World Cup 2010 so far.

The Netherlands never stopped believing in their chance and were the winners.

The game started better for Brazil. They were the dominating team, looked much better in the first half and, after Robinho scored in the 10th minute, they looked qualified. Especially since they continued to press hard and only Stekelenburg stopped their attacks.

The second half was completely different. The Netherlands came out of the dressing rooms completely different team. Everything started working out for them almost instantly, starting with a cross at the end of which was…Brazil’s Felipe Melo.

Melo scored an own goal and Sneijder was the one that scored for 2-1 15 minutes later.

Even if Brazil did have some chances, Netherlands was still the better team.

The same Melo got a red card after a late tackle and that was about it for Brazil.

The Netherlands looked better and deservedly went through.