Spain

2.79

• 
  260

  75

  3.00

  Iker Casillas

  Was the busier of the two keepers in the first half but seemed unable to hold onto the ball, almost offering further chances to the Azzurri. Made a great save to deny Motta before the break though.

• 
  107

  148

  2.50

  Sergio Ramos

  Caught in possession by Balotelli early in the second half but the striker's lack of urgency enabled him to recover and challenge. Poorly timed his step up to play Di Natale offside for the goal.

• 
  78

  172

  2.00

  Arbeloa

  Was pinned back by Giaccherini so could not get forward perhaps as much as he would have liked. Made some clumsy challenges in a very disappointing display.

• 
  116

  127

  2.00

  Jordi Alba

  Got caught up the pitch on a few occasions and seemed to be frequently chasing Maggio back. With the wide areas constantly covered he struggled for time on the ball and therefore made little contribution.

• 
  141

  109

  2.50

  Piqué

  Allowed Balotelli too much space to get his foot on the ball which put his team under unnecessary pressure. Failed to track Di Natale who peeled off him to score the opening goal.

• 
  528

  48

  4.00

  Andrés Iniesta Luján

  Provided the attacking injection with a number of piercing runs but only when dropped back and got his foot on the ball. He was by far Spain's most dangerous player and could have scored just after the break.

• 
  262

  93

  3.50

  Xavi

  Always made himself available for the ball wherever it was on the pitch. Operated in a deeper role early on but helped try to unlock the Italian defence with some crisp passing soon after.

• 
  263

  88

  3.50

  Cesc Fàbregas

  Looked uncomfortable playing up top and struggled to get involved in the action during the first 45 minutes. Improved after the break and posed more of a threat, eventually equalising in the 64th minute.

• 
  137

  112

  3.00

  Xabi Alonso

  Heavily involved during the opening exchanges he regularly probed the Italians. However as they failed to break the Azzurri down he switched to balls over the top which were dealt with far too easily.

• 
  108

  170

  2.50

  Busquets

  Sat just in front of the defence and did his best to maintain the flow of the game but was extremely sloppy. However he was disappointing defensively, getting caught in possession and failing to track runners.

• 
  180

  76

  3.00

  David Silva

  Flitted between effectiveness and anonymity. Had a great chance in the 10th minute but his shot was very tame. Was extremely quiet at times but made a lovely assist for his side's equaliser.

Substitutions

• 
  155

  63

  Jesús Navas González

  Brought on to add pace in the wide areas and did so instantly.

• 
  199

  356

  2.00

  Fernando Torres

  Failed to make the most of his first chance as he telegraphed his decision to round Buffon. He then broke through the middle but chipped the ball over. He could have won the game for Spain.

Italy

3.19

• 
  463

  30

  3.50

  Gianluigi Buffon

  Was not given much to do in the first period. Made a fingertip save from Iniesta soon after the restart and predicted Torres' movement in the 75th minute to stop him rounding him.

• 
  354

  31

  3.50

  Giorgio Chiellini

  Ensured that the defence remained organised despite the intricate play of Spain. Led by example with some strong tackles which seemed to intimidate the opposing forwards.

• 
  278

  40

  3.50

  Leonardo Bonucci

  Dealt with the ball over the top easily and made a number of important interceptions. He put in a very physical display that helped provide a solid base for his side to push on from.

• 
  209

  70

  3.00

  Christian Maggio

  Stretched Jordi Alba with some positive runs that limited the effect the Spaniard could have in the opposing half. Yet he did not get into the danger areas frequently enough to supply the attackers.

• 
  197

  75

  3.50

  Thiago Motta

  Patrolled the middle of the park but occasionally got forward to help the attackers. His header was the best chance of the first half but he could not find the corner of the net.

• 
  278

  42

  3.00

  Claudio Marchisio

  His contributions seemed minimal but they were telling ones. A good pass to play in Cassano in the first half and a powerful volley that forced a save from Casillas were his highlights.

• 
  177

  89

  2.50

  Emanuele Giaccherini

  Broke forward as much as possible to help add width in the opposing half and kept Arbeloa quiet for large parts. His distribution was very good but he did not follow Fabregas' run when he slotted home which cost the win.

• 
  705

  61

  4.00

  Daniele De Rossi Top of the Match

  A very combative performance in the heart of defence as the Azzurri shut out the reigning champions. His tackles were perhaps overzealous at times but he seemed to time them to perfection on every occasion.

• 
  417

  38

  3.50

  Andrea Pirlo

  His delivery was uncharacteristically poor early on but he soon played a few exquisite passes. Was quiet for much of the rest of the game until he slid a beautiful pass to Di Natale who slotted in.

• 
  220

  382

  2.00

  Mario Balotelli Flop of the Match

  Played the game with his back to goal and looked to turn and shoot. He cut a frustrated figure throughout and picked up a needless booking for dissent. Showed no urgency when presented with a fantastic opportunity to score.

• 
  390

  41

  3.00

  Antonio Cassano

  His movement was fantastic as he regularly found space across the top of the pitch. Could have done better with two first-half efforts and supplied a great ball for Motta before the break.

Substitutions

• 
  155

  55

  Antonio Nocerino

  Brought on in the 89th minute so had no time to make an impact on the game.

• 
  475

  19

  3.50

  Antonio Di Natale

  Replaced Balotelli in the 56th minute and continued his excellent club form with a lovely strike to give his side the lead five minutes later. Should have added another but volleyed wide from 12 yards out.

• 
  259

  40

  3.00

  Sebastian Giovinco

  Came on in the 65th minute and put the ball on a plate for Di Natale but the Udinese man could not convert.