Spain dominates Saudi Arabia 4-0 with Merino contributing at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Spain secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia in Atlanta during their World Cup match on June 21, 2026. Following a goalless draw against Cape Verde in their tournament opener, Spain quickly established control, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Lamine Yamal. Oyarzabal scored twice before halftime, and an own goal by Saudi defender Hassan Altambakti sealed the outcome. Mikel Merino was introduced as a substitute in the 61st minute, aiding Spain's control of the game. This win positions Spain strongly for progression to the Round of 32.
- •Spain leads Group H with four points after two matches.
- •Merino comes on as a substitute in the second half.
- •Yamal scores the opening goal within the first 10 minutes.
- •Oyarzabal nets a brace before halftime.
- •Spain faces Uruguay next for a chance to secure qualification.
- 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Merino Features As Spain Bounce Back In Style At The World Cup
"Mikel Merino helped Spain return to winning ways at the World Cup as La Roja produced a dominant display to defeat Saudi Arabia 4-0 in Atlanta.After being held to a shock goalless draw by Cape Verde i...
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
EPL•Oct 21, 2026, 3:15 PMOliver Glasner: Morgan Gibbs-White fit for Ipswich, but Nottingham Forest can't depend on midfielder
EPL•Oct 21, 2026, 3:15 PMArsenal job cuts raise questions despite Premier League triumph
EPL•Oct 21, 2026, 2:37 PMBayern gem Tim Binder takes Olise's place in squad to face Arsenal
EPL•Oct 21, 2026, 1:35 PMBournemouth receive major Junior Kroupi injury boost ahead of Man Utd clash
EPL•Oct 21, 2026, 12:05 PMNwaneri plays in goal after 2 keeper injuries
EPL•Oct 21, 2026, 9:30 AMRaya reveals why he chose Arsenal over Bayern Munich
