The referee's whistle finally pierced the air at 8:00 PM sharp, signaling the start of the highly anticipated encounter. Spain got the game underway, immediately asserting their trademark Tiki-Taka style.
Andrés Iniesta, Sergio Busquets, and David Silva were in perfect harmony, orchestrating Spain's possession game in the opening minutes. Their quick passing and intelligent movement off the ball immediately put Ivory Coast on the defensive.
Iniesta glided across the pitch, effortlessly evading challenges and picking out teammates with pinpoint passes. Busquets acted as the midfield pivot, dictating the game's tempo with his calm distribution. Meanwhile, Silva's silky skills on the wing kept Ivory Coast's full-backs on their toes.
