Lamine Yamal scores for Spain in World Cup match against Saudi Arabia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 9:17 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Lamine Yamal scored Spain's first goal in their World Cup 2026 match against Saudi Arabia on June 21 at Atlanta Stadium. The 17-year-old, returning from a hamstring injury, celebrated with a message on Instagram after the game, responding to Saudi fans who questioned his presence. Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed Yamal's good condition following his performance. The match is part of Group H and represents an important moment for Spain's campaign in the tournament.
- •Lamine Yamal scored in the 11th minute against Saudi Arabia.
- •Spain plays in Group H of the World Cup 2026.
- •Yamal returned from a hamstring injury just before the tournament.
- •Spain's coach confirmed Yamal is in perfect condition.
- 9:17 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I’m here’ – Lamine Yamal bites back at Saudi fans after scoring in Spain win at World Cup 2026
"The Barcelona star had a strong message after the game.
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