'Man of the Match' Iniesta savors 'incredible triumph'

VIENNA, June 26 (Xinhua) -- Andres Iniesta, who assisted Xavi Hernandez's opener, said the 3-0 win over Russia is "incredible".

"What a great feeling. The most important thing is that we're in the final. we wanted it so much and this is the reward for everybody," the Barcelona playmaker said.

"We all worked as a team, achieving our goal is not just about one player. We're delighted to have booked our place."

Russia coach Guus Hiddink said that "the movement of the Spain midfield" is the key to his team's defeat. Iniesta was at the heart of that.

"Yes, we performed very well and basically dominated the match," Iniesta said, admitting that Sunday's final against Germany will be the match of his life. "It's not going to be easy," he said, "but we've got so far and hope to win it now."

UEFA Technical Team member Jean-Paul Brigger, who selected the Man of the Match award, praised Iniesta's performance: "His movement was fantastic. He was involved in every attack as the playmaker and the Russians had a real problem dealing with him. From our side he was the best player on the pitch."