Spain have claimed their first-ever win of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Spanish side beat Saudi Arabia with a score of 4-0 at the Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, GA. In their first World Cup opener, they suffered a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde.
Lamine Yamal opened the scoring in the 10th minute with his first-ever World Cup goal, showcasing the dazzling talent that has made him one of football’s brightest young stars. Mikel Oyarzabal then struck twice in quick succession to give Spain a commanding 3-0 lead before halftime.
An own goal in the second half completed the rout. The result comes after Spain were held to a goalless draw by Cape Verde in their tournament opener, a performance that raised eyebrows given their status as pre-tournament favorites. Sunday’s dominant display will ease pressure on coach Luis de la Fuente’s side and send a clear message to their group rivals.
Spain thrashes Saudi Arabia 4-0 to claim first win of 2026 FIFA World Cup
With the victory, Spain sit atop Group H with four points and a significantly improved goal difference, positioning them favorably for advancement to the knockout stages. Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, remain winless and face an uphill battle in the remaining fixtures.
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