FIFA WORLD CUP 2010: Day 11 (21 June 2010)

PORTUGAL 7 - NORTH KOREA 0

A repeat of the 5-3 scoreline from 1966 was never on the cards, with Portugal romping to their biggest ever victory in the Finals. Six different scorers and the Koreans had no reply. Missed the match as I had been watching Toy Story 3 with my son instead. Some moments should never be sacrificed, even if its for the World Cup.

CHILE 1 - SWITZERLAND 0

Back in time to watch Chile dismantle a 10-man Swiss side that had yet to concede a Finals goal since 2006. The scoreline would have been much bigger if not for poor finishing, and Switzerland could have even grabbed an equaliser. Chile command Group H, and a showdown with the Spanish beckons. A draw will ensure that Chile avoid the Brazilians in the 2nd round. Rating: 3/5

SPAIN 2 - HONDURAS 0

This should have matched the Portuguese feat, if not for a lack of clinical finishing. David Villa had a brace, and the luxury of missing a penalty. Fernando Torres is still rusty, and Cesc Fabregas denied a goal upon 10 seconds of coming on as a sub. Spain must beat Chile in the final group match to avoid Brazil. Eminently do-able. Rating: 4/5