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Spain Faces Saudi Arabia as Yamal Remains Doubtful for World Cup Clash
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First reported by N12 · Jun 19, 2026
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Spain will face Saudi Arabia in Atlanta on Sunday at 19:00, needing a win after an opening draw and with every team in the group on one point. Lamine Yamal remains uncertain, while Aymeric Laporte is also doubtful, and Andrés Iniesta urged calm after the disappointing start.
- 01Spain plays Saudi Arabia Sunday in Atlanta at 19:00.
- 02The team seeks its first 2026 World Cup win after drawing Cape Verde.
- 03Lamine Yamal is expected to be limited, not play 90 minutes.
- 04Aymeric Laporte is doubtful because of knee sensitivity.
- 05Andrés Iniesta defended Spain and urged calm in Marca.
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