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Spain defeats Saudi Arabia 4-0 in World Cup 2026 Group H match
Spain entered its Group H clash against Saudi Arabia needing a victory after a 0‑0 draw with Cape Verde. Coach Luis de la Fuente kept his starting eleven, including 18‑year‑old Lamine Yamal, who opened the scoring in the 10th minute. Mikel Oyarzabal added a brace (21' and 24'), becoming joint‑third highest scorer in Spanish history, while Alex Baena netted in the 27th minute. Saudi defender Hassan Al‑Tambakti scored an own‑goal in the 49th minute to seal a 4‑0 win.
The match was played at Atlanta Stadium (USA) under air‑conditioned conditions; the Spanish federation cancelled a fan‑zone in Madrid due to forecast temperatures of up to 39 °C. Broadcasts were available on TVP Sport in Poland and via Betclic TV streams. The victory moved Spain to the top of Group H with four points, keeping its qualification hopes alive.