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Saudi Arabia aims for upset against Spain in World Cup match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:37 AM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Saudi Arabia aims for upset against Spain in World Cup match

Summary

Saudi Arabia prepares to face Spain in Atlanta on Sunday as they seek to replicate their surprising victory over Argentina at the 2022 World Cup. Coach Georgios Donis emphasized the need for his team not to show excessive respect to Spain, who are under pressure following a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde. Saudi Arabia held Uruguay to a 1-1 draw in their opening game, building their confidence for the upcoming match. Young talent Lamine Yamal is set to return to Spain's starting lineup, having been instrumental in their success.

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By the Numbers

•Saudi Arabia aims to repeat their historic 2022 World Cup upset against Argentina.
•Spain is looking to recover from a disappointing draw with Cape Verde.
•Saudi Arabia held Uruguay to a 1-1 draw in their first match.
•Lamine Yamal expected to start for Spain after an injury layoff.
•The match takes place in Atlanta on Sunday.

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12:37 AMYahoo Sports — Saudis seek to repeat Argentina World Cup 'miracle' against Spain

What they're saying

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Saudi Arabia coach Georgios Donis said his side cannot show Spain too much respect as they aim to repeat a shock victory over eventual winners Argentina at the 2022 World Cup.Spain are under pressure to bounce back from a 0-0 draw against World Cup debutants Cape Verde, but face a Saudi side that themselves held Uruguay to a 1-1 draw in their opening game.
— Yahoo Sports

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