Spain prepares for key match against Saudi Arabia in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:40 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Spain faces Saudi Arabia at the Mercedes Benz Stadium on June 21, aiming for their first win in Group H of the 2026 World Cup. After a goalless draw against Cape Verde, Spain needs a victory to enhance their chances of advancing. All teams in Group H currently have one point. Lamine Yamal is not ready to start due to a hamstring issue but may play limited minutes. Saudi Arabia, following a 1-1 draw with Uruguay, looks to avoid another early exit in the tournament.
- •Match takes place on June 21 at the Mercedes Benz Stadium.
- •Spain held to a goalless draw in their opener against Cape Verde.
- •Saudi Arabia drew 1-1 with Uruguay in their first match.
- •Lamine Yamal is unavailable for a full match due to injury.
- •All teams in Group H are currently tied with one point each.
- 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — PREVIEW: Yamal still not ready to start when Spain face Saudi Arabia
"Spain face Saudi Arabia at the Mercedes Benz Stadium tomorrow evening as they search for their first win in Group H at the 2026 World Cup. Luis de la Fuente’s men were held to a goalless with World ...
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