Cesc Fabregas hailed a historic moment for Spain after he helped them to their World Cup success.
Midfielder targets more success
Cesc Fabregas hailed a historic moment for Spain after he helped La Roja to their first World Cup triumph.
The Arsenal midfielder came off the bench to create the extra-time winner for Andres Iniesta as Spain beat Holland 1-0 in Johannesburg's Soccer City stadium.
Fabregas found himself playing a bit-part role throughout the tournament, but he said the victory made up for all the frustration.
"This is a historic moment for Spain and it may never be repeated - and I dedicate this to my whole family," beamed Fabregas.
"I was a bit down because I had not played as much as I had wanted but in the end it has all been worth it.
"The fans have been fantastic, the rock on which we base everything and I hope in two years' time we will have more joy at the Euros."
Sympathy
Fabregas also had some sympathy for Arsenal team-mate and Dutch forward Robin van Persie after the game.
"The first thing I had to do after the final whistle was go to Robin," added Fabregas. "Instead of celebrating with my friends, I wanted to talk to Robin, because I felt he deserved this as well.
"He has been injured a lot and if it wasn't us he was playing against, it would have been different.
"But as happy as I was, I was also sad for him. He deserved it as well. He just told me congratulations and to enjoy the moment.
"I hope he has his chance again, because he is a great guy and a great leader.
"He has been really unlucky with injuries and I hope he can have his moment in four years or two years."
