Unai Simón breaks Zenga’s 36-year World Cup clean sheet record
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has established a new World Cup record for consecutive unbeaten minutes, surpassing Walter Zenga’s 36-year-old mark during his side’s victory over Austria.
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Yamal claims MOTM award as Spain eliminate Austria from World Cup
Eighteen-year-old Lamine Yamal produced a man-of-the-match display as Spain defeated Austria to progress from the last-32 round of the FIFA World Cup.
Spain 3-0 Austria Analysis: Oyarzabal’s Double, Porro’s Header and De la Fuente’s Complete Pressing Display
Spain defeated Austria 3-0 in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing their first knockout victory at the tournament since the 2010 final and advancing to face Portugal in the Round of 16. Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice and Pedro Porro added a powerful header at the 22:00 EAT kickoff, while Luis de la Fuente’s defensive organization achieved the remarkable feat of preventing Ralf Rangnick’s Austria from registering a single shot on target.
Spain cruise past Austria 3-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice as Spain ended their long knockout-stage drought with a commanding 3-0 victory over Austria to advance to the last eight.
Spain vs Austria: World Cup knockout line-ups confirmed as Yamal starts
Spain and Austria have confirmed their starting elevens for Thursday’s World Cup knockout clash in Los Angeles. Kick-off is at 20:00 UK time.
Belgium face Senegal in World Cup last 32 clash
Belgium and Senegal meet in the World Cup last 32 with live coverage tracking the action. Readers weigh in on the tournament favorites, with France tipped to triumph and Spain backed as dark horses.
World Cup 2026: France and Messi Dominate Group Stage as Knockout Phase Begins
France and Argentina head into the last 16 as leading contenders, with Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi delivering headline performances during a group phase that saw Mexico achieve perfection.
Yéremy Pino ruled out of World Cup with broken collarbone as Spain face winger crisis
Spain have lost Yéremy Pino for the remainder of the World Cup after the Crystal Palace winger suffered a broken collarbone against Uruguay. Nico Williams is also doubtful, leaving Luis de la Fuente short of wide options.
USMNT drawn against Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup Round of 32
Mauricio Pochettino’s tournament hosts begin their knockout phase journey against World Cup debutants Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara on 1 July.
Bielsa Quits Uruguay Role After World Cup Failure
Marcelo Bielsa has announced his departure as Uruguay coach after the team failed to win a single match at the World Cup. The 70-year-old accepted full responsibility for their group-stage elimination.