Fabian Ruiz calls for focus as Spain prepares for knockout match against Austria
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 7:22 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Fabian Ruiz expressed confidence in Spain's momentum ahead of their World Cup knockout match against Austria on July 1. After a slow start with a draw against Cape Verde, Spain secured victories over Saudi Arabia and Uruguay to top Group H. Ruiz acknowledged the challenges of the tournament, citing recent eliminations of teams like Germany as a reminder that any team can be a threat. Injuries have forced adjustments in team strategy, with key players out, increasing the burden on the squad. Ruiz, previously a starting player, is ready to support the team, emphasizing a collective focus on winning.
- •Spain finished top of Group H after wins against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay.
- •Ruiz highlighted the difficulty of the knockout stage amidst unexpected team eliminations.
- •Injuries to Nico Williams and Yeremy Pino have impacted Spain's lineup.
- •Ruiz has supported the team from the bench, ready for a return to action.
- 7:22 PMYahoo Sports — 'Any team can beat you', warns Ruiz as Spain seek end to World Cup woe
"Fabian Ruiz is confident Spain are gaining momentum as the European champions aim to end a 16-year hiatus to win a World Cup knockout game against Austria on Thursday.Eliminated at the group stage as defending champions in 2014, they crashed out on penalties to Russia and Morocco in the last 16 at the past two World Cups.
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