Marc Cucurella’s goal disallowed as Spain faces Austria in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 8:13 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Marc Cucurella had a goal disallowed in the first half of Spain's World Cup last-32 match against Austria. Referee Glenn Nyberg ruled a foul on goalkeeper Alexander Schlager, despite replays suggesting minimal contact. Pundits, including Danny Murphy and Joe Hart, criticized the decision as soft. Spain continued to push for a goal and managed to score shortly afterward through Mikel Oyarzabal. The match is currently ongoing as Spain seeks to secure a victory.
- •Cucurella's goal disallowed for a foul on Schlager
- •Pundits criticize the referee's decision
- •Oyarzabal later scores for Spain
- •Match ongoing with Spain leading
- 8:13 PMYahoo Sports — Why was Marc Cucurella’s goal for Spain disallowed in World Cup last-32?
"Cucurella’s goal was disallowed for a soft foul on the Austria goalkeeper in the first half of Spain’s World Cup last-32 clash
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