Spain took the lead in the 'H' Group match, which started at 9.30 PM Indian time, through a goal by Lamine Yamal. Although there was uncertainty about the performance of this young star, who returned to the team after recovering from a muscle injury, he repaid the trust by scoring a goal when he got a chance in the starting eleven.
After conceding a goal, Saudi Arabia tried to equalize. However, Mikel Oyarzabal doubled the lead in the 21st minute, defeating all their efforts. He coolly dodged the Saudi defense and sent the ball into the net. Just a minute later, Oyarzabal sent the ball into the Saudi Arabian net again.
Marc Cucurea controlled a diagonal cross from one end of the field with his chest. Then, the Spanish captain completed his second goal by putting the ball into the net with a perfect shot after Dani Olmo touched it. Spain, which had led 3-0 in the first half, scored a goal at the beginning of the second half. This time, however, Saudi Arabia put the ball into their own net. In the 49th minute, Marc Cucurea's volley was deflected by the Saudi goalkeeper, but it hit Hassan Al Tambakti's body and went into the net.
It is worth noting that both Spain, which is ranked third in the FIFA rankings, and Saudi Arabia, which is ranked 59th, were winless before this match. Spain drew 0-0 with Cape Verde in their first match, while Saudi Arabia drew 1-1 with Uruguay. Spain had won all three of their previous matches, and La Roja will be looking to maintain that streak.