Spain revived their Euro 2008 qualifying campaign after first-half goals from strike partners Fernando Morientes and David Villa earned them a 2-1 victory over 10-man Denmark at the Bernabeu on Saturday.The win lifted Spain one spot to fourth in Group F with six points, one behind Denmark, four behind Northern Ireland, who have played a game more, and six adrift of leaders Sweden.
Denmark made a bright start but suffered a setback in the 19th minute when defender Niclas Jensen was sent off for two quick-fire bookings and Spain were quick to take advantage.
Morientes grabbed the first 11 minutes before the break with a low finish underneath goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen and his Valencia team mate Villa made it 2-0 on the stroke of halftime with a classy individual effort.
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