When did Van Persie score the header?
June 13, 2014
On June 13, 2014, the Flying Dutchman Robin van Persie stunned the world with an extraordinary diving header in the Netherlands’ 5-1 win over Spain. In a repeat of the 2010 World Cup final, Spain started the game well when Xabi Alonso netted from the penalty spot, but RVP’s equaliser left the world in shock.
When was the Van Persie goal vs Spain?
Spain. We are only in Day 2 of the 2014 World Cup, but we might have the most spectacular goal we’ll see during this month-long spectacle.
What is a flying header?
The dive header technique is used to head a ball that is traveling parallel to the ground at waist level or lower. In preparation to head the ball, square your shoulders, when possible, to the oncoming ball and assume a slightly crouched position (figure 4.2).
Has Van Persie won a World Cup?
At Arsenal, Van Persie won the 2004 FA Community Shield and the 2004–05 FA Cup. Van Persie has over 100 caps and has scored 50 goals for the Netherlands, making him their all-time top scorer. He has represented his country at the 2006, 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups, and the 2008 and 2012 UEFA European Championships.
What age is Van Persie?
38 years (August 6, 1983)
Robin van Persie/Age
Is a header a shot on goal?
A header will be awarded as a shot on target if it is a goal attempt that enters the goal or would have gone into the goal if not for a goalkeeper save or a last line block by the last man.
How many trophies did Van Persie won with Manchester United?
He spent eleven years with the club, winning four league titles, three FA Cups, a League Cup, Cup Winners Cup and Super Cup. He scored the only goal in the finals of the League Cup and UEFA Super Cup, and he also netted in the 1994 FA Cup final.
How many titles did RVP win?
Robin van Persie
| Titles and season | |
|---|---|
| 1x Dutch Cup winner | |
| 17/18 | Feyenoord Rotterdam |
| 3x English Super Cup winner | |
| 2014 | Manchester United |
What did Robin van Persie score in the World Cup?
Anyone who wants to score the most amazing goal of the 2014 World Cup is going to have to best the Dutch striker’s high-flying tally against Spain. With the Netherlands trailing the reigning World Cup champions, 1-0, in the 44th minute of a rematch of the 2010 final, Van Persie scored a jaw-dropping goal with his head.
What did Robin van Persie do at Manchester United?
During his stints at Arsenal and Manchester United, Van Persie was always known as a clinical finisher. Whether it was a volley from 20 yards or a strike from an acute angle, his ambition and technique were commendable.
What did David Silva Miss in the World Cup?
David Silva missed a pearl of a chance to put La Roja two up after 43 minutes when Andres Iniesta played him in on goal. It is always incredible to look back at these kinds of moments and consider their impact on a match and the sport as a whole.