Spain's Pedro Porro scores winner vs Austria, edging team toward World Cup 2026 knockout stage

In the 65th minute at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, Spain took a 2‑0 lead over Austria thanks to a header from defender Pedro Porro. The Spanish side had already opened the scoring through Mikel Oyarzabal. The build‑up to Porro’s goal began with a shot by Dani Olmo that was deflected, a scramble that saw Marc Cucurella win the ball, and a precise cross from Alex Baena that found Porro, who headed the ball into the net.

The victory leaves Spain close to securing a place in the last‑16 of the 2026 World Cup, while Austria’s hopes of advancing have been severely dented. Coach Luis de la Fuente praised the resilience and attacking thrust of his full‑backs, noting the win as a sign of Spain’s determination despite earlier refereeing controversies.