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Spain vs. Saudi Arabia Score, Result, Highlights as Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal Make World Cup Statement
The 18-year-old scored in his first World Cup start as Spain sought a win to stay on track in Group H, officials said.
- On Sunday, June 21, 2026, 18-year-old Lamine Yamal scored his first career FIFA World Cup goal in the 10th minute, giving Spain an early lead against Saudi Arabia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
- Spain entered the match desperate for a positive result following a frustrating 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, where the team failed to score despite logging 27 shots in their opening group game.
- Making his first World Cup start, Yamal capitalized on a precise diagonal cross from Mikel Oyarzabal, meeting the ball at the far post for a tap-in finish.
- Saudi Arabia entered the clash following an impressive 1-1 draw against Uruguay, which left Group H standings deadlocked at one point apiece before today's kickoff.
- Victory today guarantees Spain a place in the knockout stage, while failure to secure the win leaves them in a critical position for the final match against Uruguay.
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