SPAIN

Marcelo Bielsa takes responsibility as Uruguay face must-win Spain clash

Uruguay head coach Marcelo Bielsa has accepted responsibility for his side’s frustrating start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting costly mistakes have left La Celeste chasing qualification despite performances he believes deserved more.

22 Jun 2026

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FIFA World Cup: Luis de la Fuente slams critics after Spain's Saudi Arabia rout

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente launched a strong defence of his players after their emphatic 4-0 FIFA World Cup victory over Saudi Arabia, insisting it was "crazy" for anyone to doubt his side following criticism earlier in the tournament.

22 Jun 2026

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FIFA World Cup: Spain hit top gear as Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal inspire rout of Saudi Arabia

Spain answered any doubts surrounding their World Cup credentials with an emphatic 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia on Sunday, as Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal starred to move La Roja to the brink of the knockout stages.

21 Jun 2026

Liverpool signing Victor Munoz suffers injury as Spain World Cup hopes in doubt

New Liverpool recruit Víctor Munoz faces an anxious wait over his World Cup future after Spain confirmed the winger has suffered a fresh injury setback that could keep him sidelined beyond the group stage.

19 Jun 2026

Vozinha revels in historic Cape Verde World Cup moment

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha struggled to contain his emotions after helping produce the biggest upset of the FIFA World Cup so far, as the tournament debutants held second-ranked Spain to a goalless draw in Atlanta on Monday.

16 Jun 2026

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Spain boss Luis de la Fuente calls for calm after 'shock' Cape Verde stalemate

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente called for calm after his side were held to a goalless draw by Cape Verde in their opening Group H match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

16 Jun 2026