World Cup: Spain Snatches Late Draw With Morocco To Top Group B

Aspas’ clever finish prevented Spain suffering a humiliating defeat

Spain snatched a 2-2 draw against Morocco on Monday to qualify for the 2018 World Cup last 16 and take top spot in Group B ahead of Portugal on goals scored.

Morocco striker Khalid Boutaib gave the north African side a shock early lead but Isco levelled, blasting high into the net after a layoff from Andres Iniesta.

Morocco, already eliminated, struck again in the 81st minute when substitute Youssef En-Nesyri crashed in a header which looked set to inflict a first defeat on Spain since Euro 2016.

But substitute Iago Aspas levelled in stoppage-time after consultation from the video assistant referee (VAR), putting Spain top ahead of Portugal, who were held to a 1-1 draw by Iran.

Spain will play Russia in the last 16, while Portugal faces Uruguay.





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