World champions Spain are eliminated from the World Cup after a 2-0 loss to Chile, the holders’ second loss in as many games.
Hard-working Chile booked their and the Netherlands’ place in the World Cup second round and eliminate the holders on a memorable night at the Maracana. Chile had never beaten Spain in their 10 previous meetings but always looked the more enterprising, taking the lead with a brilliantly-worked Eduardo Vargas goal. They doubled their lead just before halftime when Charles Aranguiz banged in the rebound from a meek punch by keeper Iker Casillas. Spain has become the third holders in the last four tournaments to go out at the group stage following France in 2002 and Italy in 2010.
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