Spain has lost once in 49 matches since 2006, an astounding run that is unlikely to be disrupted by Switzerland when the teams meet in Durban. The players that fill Spain’s lineup orbit around the center midfielder Xavi Hernández, one of the most celebrated short-passers in the world. Switzerland’s hardy defense, led by Fulham’s Philippe Senderos, will do its best to sully the Spanish artistry. But injuries to the Swiss captain, striker Alexander Frei, and midfielder Valon Behrami could make this meeting even less of a contest.
HF losing ur fg.