Villa and Ramos on target as Spain too good for France

SPAIN gave further proof of why they are one of the favourites for World Cup glory this summer after seeing off France 2-0 in Paris last night to continue their run of form.

The Euro 2008 winners deservedly clinched their first win over their northern neighbours on French soil – in their first game since the controversial play-off with Ireland – since 1968 thanks to first-half goals from David Villa and Sergio Ramos.

Meanwhile, Motherwell defender Stephen Craigan should have been celebrating his first goals for Northern Ireland in his 46th international appearance last night.