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Spain prepares to face Saudi Arabia after criticism for draw

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 10:32 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Spain prepares to face Saudi Arabia after criticism for draw

Summary

Spain's national team, led by coach Luis de la Fuente, aims to improve their performance against Saudi Arabia on Sunday following a disappointing 0-0 draw with Cape Verde. The team has faced criticism but remains unbeaten in 32 competitive matches during open play. Lamine Yamal, returning from injury, is expected to have a significant role in the upcoming match, potentially replacing Gavi in the starting lineup. Spain arrived in North America as tournament favorites and aims to showcase a stronger attacking effort against Saudi Arabia after their own opening match ended in a 1-1 draw with Uruguay.

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Status Watch

•Spain drew 0-0 with Cape Verde in their opening match.
•Lamine Yamal is returning from injury and may start against Saudi Arabia.
•Coach Luis de la Fuente emphasizes the need for a win.
•Spain's last 32 competitive matches have ended without a loss.
•Saudi Arabia also opened their tournament with a 1-1 draw against Uruguay.

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10:32 PMYahoo Sports — 'Fired up' Spain ready to hit back, says De la Fuente

What they're saying

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Spain boss Luis de la Fuente said his players have been stung by the criticism that followed a shock 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, but will put that right against Saudi Arabia on Sunday.Yamal has since established himself as one of the world's best players at Barcelona but suffered a hamstring injury in April that had kept him sidelined until his cameo off the bench against Cape Verde.
— Yahoo Sports

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