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Rodri leads Spain in dominant 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 6:15 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Rodri leads Spain in dominant 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia

Summary

Rodri captained Spain to a 4-0 victory against Saudi Arabia during their FIFA World Cup group stage match on June 21. The match, taking place in the evening, was marked by an early goal from 18-year-old Lamine Yamal, who became the youngest player since Pelé to score a World Cup opener. Real Sociedad's Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice shortly after, cementing Spain's control. An own goal by Saudi Arabia's Hassan Al Tambakti in the second half sealed the outcome. Despite several opportunities after the fourth goal, Spain maintained their lead, limiting Saudi Arabia's chances to just one saveable shot on target.

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By the Numbers

•Spain scores four goals while keeping Saudi Arabia to just one shot on target.
•Lamine Yamal opens the scoring, becoming the youngest player to do so since Pelé.
•Mikel Oyarzabal netted two goals in quick succession.
•Spain had a stoppage-time goal disallowed after a VAR review.
•Rodri recorded 129 touches and 95% pass accuracy in the match.

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Rodri captained Spain to a commanding victory over Saudi Arabia in their second group stage contest of the FIFA World Cup on Sunday evening.A 4-0 victory to banish memories of a frustrating, goalless ...
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