Shortly after the second half started, Spain took advantage of their powerful ball possession in the midfield to push England back. As it was well within Twain's expectation, the England team did not panic. Instead, it withdrew the defense and patiently contended with Spain.
Fàbregas remembered that before coming on the game, Hierro had specially instructed the team:
"There's one piece of intelligence that may be in your favor - George Wood has a yellow card on him..."
Hierro did not go on, but many people, including Fàbregas, fully understood.
