Spain

3.69

• 
  911

  72

  3.50

  Iker Casillas

  Looked a little uncomfortable claiming crosses but the Spain captain's shot-stopping was solid and he produced a vital save to deny Di Natale in the second-half before lifting the trophy.

• 
  666

  124

  3.50

  Piqué

  The tackle on Cassano that resulted in a booking summed up an aggressive, uncompromising defensive display from the Barcelona man as Spain continued their remarkable defensive record in major tournaments.

• 
  748

  98

  3.50

  Sergio Ramos

  Virtually his first involvement was to shove Balotelli to the ground as he produced a solid defensive display and was dominant in the air. Could and should have forced a penalty when Bonucci stopped his header with his arm.

• 
  490

  169

  3.00

  Arbeloa

  An assured display from the right-back, who many felt to be Spain's weak link ahead of the match. Stayed alert when Cassano and Balotelli drifted wide.

• 
  966

  71

  4.00

  Jordi Alba

  Rounded off a very strong tournament by scoring Spain's second goal in the 41st minute. The new Barcelona left-back was a red blur as he sprinted on to Xavi's pass and calmly slotted his finish past Buffon. Always roaring forward and very comfortable defensively.

• 
  1508

  163

  4.50

  Andrés Iniesta Luján Top of the Match

  The hero in 2010 and Spain's driving force once again in 2012. Delivered a midfield masterclass as he drifted into space, dribbled past challenges and picked perfect passes. That was summed up by his through ball to Fabregas in the build-up to the opener.

• 
  1326

  113

  4.50

  Xavi

  Saved his best performance of the tournament for when it mattered most. This was Xavi as his best, dictating the tempo of the game in central areas and delivering killer passes to claim two assists, for Jordi Alba and Torres. Could have scored himself and shot over the bar from the edge of the box in the first-half.

• 
  869

  115

  3.50

  Cesc Fàbregas

  The Barcelona star's selection in the much-discussed false nine role was vindicated with a classy display. Brilliant run and composure to pick out Silva for the opener and linked up well with his team-mates in a fluid attack.

• 
  666

  99

  3.50

  Xabi Alonso

  The Real Madrid midfielder sat deep in midfield, taking the ball off defenders and starting Spain attacks with snappy, accurate forward passes.

• 
  603

  180

  3.50

  Busquets

  Neat and tidy on the ball, excellent defensive awareness in a tactical sense and showed his passing ability with a precise ball to Torres in the lead-up to the fourth goal.

• 
  727

  85

  4.00

  David Silva

  Scored his second goal of the tournament to put Spain ahead in the 14th minute as he turned in a difficult header at full speed following a lung-bursting run. Played nominally on the right but was at his most effective when he was able to use his skill and trickery in more central areas. Replaced by Pedro in the 59th minute.

Substitutions

• 
  510

  151

  3.00

  Pedro

  Came on for Silva in the 59th minute and caused Italy problems on the counter with his pace and movement.

• 
  1389

  126

  4.00

  Fernando Torres

  The Chelsea man replaced Fabregas 15 minutes from time and put the result beyond all doubt in the 84th minute as he rolled the ball past Buffon. His movement again caught out the Italy defence as he set up Mata's strike.

• 
  770

  75

  Juan Mata

  Replaced Iniesta in the 87th minute and rounded off the victory a minute later as he turned the ball into an empty net.

Italy

2.00

• 
  374

  127

  2.50

  Gianluigi Buffon

  The Italy captain could do nothing about any of Spain's goals but was commanding when called upon, showing good reactions and solid handling.

• 
  148

  255

  1.50

  Giorgio Chiellini

  The Italy left-back had a very difficult 21 minutes before being forced off through injury. Caught out by balls played into space behind him, including for Spain's first goal.

• 
  156

  205

  2.50

  Ignazio Abate

  Solid enough defensive performance from the Milan defender for most of the match - but he could not keep pace with Jordi Alba's blistering run for Spain's second goal. Decent attacking threat and delivered one very dangerous cross for Di Natale.

• 
  157

  376

  1.00

  Andrea Barzagli Flop of the Match

  Had a game to forget as he failed to track Spain's movement for their second, third and fourth goals. Had little protection from the midfield in front of him in the latter stages but was very flat-footed.

• 
  124

  214

  2.00

  Leonardo Bonucci

  Spent much of the game as a free man because of Spain's formation. Made some useful interventions in the penalty area but struggled when Spain midfielders made runs from deep. Very lucky not to concede a penalty in the second-half for a clear handball to block Ramos' header.

• 
  110

  240

  1.50

  Claudio Marchisio

  A very ineffective game from the Juventus man, especially in comparison with his excellent display in previous games. Could not get to grips with Spain's passing in midfield and his use of the ball lacked penetration.

• 
  313

  112

  2.50

  Daniele De Rossi

  Found himself on the ball more than Pirlo and produced an impressive performance, showing quality on the ball in his passing and driving Italy forward.

• 
  163

  204

  1.50

  Riccardo Montolivo

  Unable to pick the ball up in areas where he could do real damage, which was the frustration because he showed his ability to pick killer passes with a fantastic ball slipped to Di Natale in the second-half. Replaced by Motta in the 56th minute.

• 
  432

  136

  2.50

  Andrea Pirlo

  Never stopped looking to get on the ball and play killer passes, but his influence was strangled as Spain denied him time and space.

• 
  334

  253

  2.00

  Mario Balotelli

  Worked hard for the team but cut an exasperated figure for much of the second-half. Never had a clear sight on the Spain goal under close attention from Ramos and Pique as he was limited to some wild efforts from long range.

• 
  236

  141

  2.50

  Antonio Cassano

  Replaced by Di Natale at half-time after a busy 45 minutes. Tested Casillas twice, with a snapshot from a tight angle and a powerful drive from 25 yards, while he movement towards the left side offered an outlet for his midfielders.

Substitutions

• 
  138

  164

  2.00

  Federico Balzaretti

  Came on for the injured Chiellini in the 21st minute having been unlucky to be dropped in the first place. Some no-nonsense defending but easily deceived by Fabregas' skill on more than one occasion.

• 
  90

  341

  Thiago Motta

  Replaced Montolivo in the 56th minute but five minutes later left the pitch on a stretcher after suffering a hamstring injury.

• 
  146

  217

  2.00

  Antonio Di Natale

  The striker came for Cassano at the start of the second-half and missed two excellent chances to get Italy back in the game, heading over the crossbar and then shooting straight at Casillas when he was one-on-one.