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Spain thrash Saudi Arabia 4–0 in Atlanta in Group H of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

In an entertaining match, Spain defeated Saudi Arabia 4–0 in Atlanta and move closer to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Mikel Oyarzabal #21 of Spain celebrates scoring his team's second goal.
© Getty ImagesMikel Oyarzabal #21 of Spain celebrates scoring his team's second goal.

Spain and Saudi Arabia played their second Group H match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a dominant victory for the Europeans. Luis de la Fuente’s side was overwhelming in the first half, led by an outstanding Lamine Yamal.

The scoring was opened by Yamal himself, while Mikel Oyarzabal added a brace to send Spain into halftime with a three-goal lead. Early in the second half, a shot from Marc Cucurella led to an own goal that sealed the final 4–0 scoreline.

For Saudi Arabia, there was very little to show, and they will now have to define their fate in the final matchday against Cape Verde. You followed the live coverage here on Bolavip—see you next time for another match! Thanks for joining us!

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Spain rediscovered their form, were dominant in Atlanta, and clearly defeated Saudi Arabia 4–0.

They will now decide their fate in Group H against Uruguay on the final matchday!

You followed the live coverage here on Bolavip—see you next time!

90'+6 - End of the game! (4-0)

Spain beat Saudi Arabia 4–0 and keep their hopes alive of reaching the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

90'+1 - Goal disallowed for Spain! (4-0)

Ferran Torres scores the fifth goal, but it’s ruled out for offside.

90' - Added time is being played (4-0)

The final six minutes of the match are being played.

89' - Play resumes (4-0)

Final change for Saudi Arabia: Khalid Al-Ghannam comes on, and Nasser Al-Dawsari goes off.

86' - Play stopped (4-0)

Play is stopped due to a head clash between two Saudi Arabian players.

85' - Last minutes of the game! (4-0)

Spain have slowed the pace, and Saudi Arabia are pushing forward. The match is winding down in Atlanta.

80' - Saudi Arabia’s first shot on target (4-0)

In the closing stages of the match, Saudi Arabia tried for the first time, but it was comfortably dealt with by Simón.

78' - Saudi Arabia are advancing up the pitch (4-0)

The Asians are timidly trying to reach Simón’s goal, but with little clarity.

75' - Last 15 minutes of the game! (4-0)

The final quarter of an hour is underway. Both teams seem to have taken their foot off the gas.

71' - Play resumes (4-0)

The final 20 minutes are now being played in Atlanta.

Another change for Spain: Pedri is off, and Fabián Ruiz comes on.

67' - Cooling break! (4-0)

The second cooling break of the match is underway.

61' - More substitutions in the game (4-0)

Spain have made two substitutions: Dani Olmo and Álex Baena are off, with Nico Williams and Mikel Merino coming on.

Saudi Arabia also make changes: Abdulelah Al-Amri and Firas Al-Buraikan go off, replaced by Mohammed Abu Al-Shamat and Alaa Hejji.

60' - Yellow card for Saudi Arabia! (4-0)

Mohamed Kanno is booked.

58' - Spain are pushing for the fifth (4-0)

Spain keep the ball at their feet and push for a fifth goal. Saudi Arabia struggle to get past the halfway line.

53' - The pattern of the game remains unchanged (4-0)

Spain continue to dominate possession, just as they did in the first half.

48' - GOOOOOAL for Spain! (4-0)

Marc Cucurella found the back of the net from a corner, with the ball taking a deflection off a defender.

45' - Second half is underway! (3-0)

The second half is now underway in Atlanta!

Two changes for Spain: Yeremy Pino and Ferran Torres have come on, replacing Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal.

Saudi Arabia have also made two substitutions, with Abdullah Alkhaibari and Musab Al-Juwayr making way for Abdullah Al-Hamdan and Mohamed Kanno.

Halftime in Atlanta

Spain are thrashing Saudi Arabia 3–0, and it could easily have been more. Luis de la Fuente’s side have been led by a brilliant Lamine Yamal and have completely outplayed their opponents.

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45'+5 - End of first half! (3-0)

Spain thrash Saudi Arabia 3–0 with goals from Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal.

45' - Added time is being played! (3-0)

Five minutes of stoppage time are being played.

42' - Oyarzabal is a threat (3-0)

The striker missed out on the hat-trick after a wayward shot.

40 ' - Last five minutes (3-0)

The final five minutes of the first half are now being played, with only one dominant team on the pitch.

36' - Saudi Arabia hold firm near their own box (3-0)

Saudi Arabia offer no resistance, and Oyarzabal misses his third goal after a shot that hits the crossbar.

33' - Total European dominance (3-0)

Spain are playing at will; Saudi Arabia can’t get past midfield.

30' - Last 15 minutes! (3-0)

The final quarter-hour is underway. Spain continue to dominate.

28' - Play resumes! (3-0)

The final stretch of the first half is now being played in Atlanta.

25' - Cooling break! (3-0)

The first cooling break of the match takes place.

23' - GOOOOAL for Spain! (3-0)

Mikel Oyarzabal scores his brace after a cross from Olmo.

21' - GOOOOAL for Spain! (2-0)

Mikel Oyarzabal, after some rebounds in the box, scores the second.

20' - The pace slows down (1-0)

Spain lowered the intensity, although it remains dangerous.

15' - Everything from Spain (1-0)

First quarter of an hour with European dominance.

13' - Spain look to extend the lead! (1-0)

Lamine Yamal becomes the standout player of the match.

11' - GOOOOAL for Spain! (1-0)

Lamine Yamal met a cross from Oyarzabal and opened the scoring.

10' - Saudi Arabia are holding firm (0-0)

The Asian side is maintaining defensive structure, and Salem is the counterattacking threat.

Dani Olmo wasted a shot that went into the stands. Porro also tried a shot from outside the box, but it went wide.

6' - Yamal is the leader (0-0)

All attacking plays go through the feet of the number 19.

3' - Spain want to take control of the game (0-0)

La Roja quickly looks for the opposing goal, with Yamal as the main protagonist.

0' - Game is underway! (0-0)

Spain and Saudi Arabia are now underway in Atlanta!

We are just a few minutes away from kickoff!

Teams are on the pitch, national anthems are being played in the stadium.

Everything is ready for kickoff

The teams are now preparing to step onto the pitch.

Differences in the ranking

Spain is currently ranked second in the FIFA rankings, while Saudi Arabia is ranked 61st.

Heading to the locker room

Players from both national teams are already in the locker rooms, getting ready for the start of the match.

Temperature might not be a factor

The fact that this is a covered stadium means that outdoor weather conditions will not affect the game.

Kickoff is just moments away

Spain and Saudi Arabia are going through their pre-match warm-ups, awaiting what promises to be a great and also decisive game.

Everything is starting to take shape

Fans are slowly making their way to the stadium, and the stands are starting to fill up. A great match lies ahead!

Tactical change in Spain

The inclusion of Lamine Yamal in Spain’s starting eleven has led to other changes.

Luis de la Fuente decided to leave Gavi on the bench; he is not starting, although he could still be used during the match if the coach decides so.

Key matchup for both teams

Spain’s future will depend entirely on whether they win, draw, or lose this match. The same applies to Saudi Arabia.

Both teams drew their opening games and cannot afford to drop more points.

Venue for this match!

The match between Spain and Saudi Arabia will be played at Atlanta Stadium, commonly known as Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Home of the NFL’s Falcons, it has a capacity of approximately 75,000 people.

Confirmed lineup for Saudi Arabia

Georgios Donis has selected these eleven players to face Spain.

Mohamed Alowais; Ali Lajami, Abdulelah Alamri, Hassan Altambakti, Saud Abdulhamid, Moteb Alharbi; Nasser Aldawsari, Musab Aljuwayr, Abdullah Alkhaibari; Feras Albrikan, Salem Aldwasari.

Confirmed lineup for Spain

These are the 11 players that Luis de la Fuente will field from the start.

Unai Simon; Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Rodrigo, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Alex Baena, Dani Olmo; Mikel Oyarzabal.

Team kits

For this match, Saudi Arabia will wear their alternate kit, all in white. Spain, on the other hand, will play in their traditional red jersey.

Referees confirmed!

South American officials have been appointed to officiate this match.

Raphael Claus will be the main referee, with his assistants Danilo Ricardo Simon Manis and Rodrigo Figueiredo Henrique Correa, all from Brazil. The fourth official will be Andrés José Rojas Noguera from Colombia.

In the VAR booth will be Nicolás Gallo Barragán, while Alexander Guzmán will serve as the reserve assistant referee, both also from Colombia.

Kickoff time and how to watch!

The match is scheduled for 12 PM ET.

Those who want to watch the game in the United States will be able to do so live on FOX and Telemundo through traditional TV coverage.

Additionally, this exciting match will also be available on Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, and Peacock Premium.

Spain and Saudi Arabia face off in their second match

Welcome to another Live Blog here at Bolavip! On this occasion, we'll be bringing you live minute-by-minute coverage of everything that happens in the match between Spain and Saudi Arabia, a crucial Group H clash at the FIFA World Cup.

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