Yamal boosts Spain as Belgium held to draw again in World Cup 2026 qualifiers

After a disappointing opening draw against Cape Verde, Spain bounced back in style with a commanding 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia. Teenager Lamine Yamal scored his first-ever World Cup goal, while Mikel Oyarzabal added a brace to seal the win. The result puts Spain in a strong position in Group G.

Belgium, meanwhile, failed to secure a win for the second match running, settling for a 1-1 draw against Iran. The Red Devils now face pressure to improve their results in upcoming fixtures to keep their qualification hopes alive.

World Cup debutants Cape Verde kept their dreams alive by holding Uruguay to a 2-2 draw. The point keeps them in contention for a spot in the knockout stages.

In cycling news, Tadej Pogačar claimed his first Tour de Suisse title. The Slovenian looks in peak form as he prepares to challenge for a fifth yellow jersey at the Tour de France, which starts in less than two weeks.