Spain trounced Saudi Arabia 4-0 in Atlanta, ending a disappointing goalless draw against Cape Verde. Lamine Yamal opened scoring with a tight‑angle finish, while Mikel Oyarzabal netted a quick double before the first break. The result restores confidence and places La Roja atop Group H, leaving Saudi Arabia bottom. in a showcase of swift passing and clinical finishing that stunned the crowd.

De la Fuente’s squad roared with 39 passes before Yamal’s goal, the first country to hit three goals in the first 25 minutes since Germany 2014. A Saudi own goal from a corner added a fourth, while a late VAR review denied Ferran Torres a fifth, keeping Spain’s margin clear as Uruguay prepares to face Cape Verde in the opening stage.

With the win, Spain tops Group H, securing a first‑round advantage over Uruguay. The emphatic performance signals a return to form after a shaky start, and the squad’s early dominance sets a tone for the knockout phase. The result also cements La Roja’s status as favorites, while Saudi Arabia faces a bottom‑table finish as the tournament moves into its second week.