Spain cast aside their “bottlers” tag with a penalty shoot out victory against World champions Italy.

A weakened Australia were beaten at home in a World Cup qualifier for the first time in 27 years by bottom of the group China.

Russia shocked the highly fancied Netherlands with two goals in extra time to win the match 3-1.

Turkey beat Croatia 3-1 on penalties after a dramatic last few minutes of extra time to set up a semi final clash against Germany.

Germany were excellent in their quarter final victory over Portugal and became the first side to secure their place in the Euro 2008 semi finals.

The pressure mounted further on Brazil manager Dunga as his side could only draw with bitter rivals Argentina.

South American group leaders Paraguay unbeaten run came to an end as they crashed to a heavy defeat in Bolivia on Wednesday night.

Ecuador picked up another useful point when they held unbeaten Colombia to a goalless draw in Quito.

Spain came from behind to beat Greece and ensure they go into the quarter finals with three wins out of three.

Russia pulled off a surprise victory against Sweden to reach the quarter final stage at their expense.