Spain vs Saudi Arabia: World Cup 2026 – Yamal, prediction, watch, kickoff
Summary
Spain will play Saudi Arabia in a Group H match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday at 12 pm local time in Atlanta. Spain is hoping to improve after a goalless draw in their first match, while Saudi Arabia comes into the game confident after a 1-1 draw with Uruguay.Key Facts
- The match between Spain and Saudi Arabia will be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta.
- Kickoff is scheduled for Sunday at 12 pm local time (16:00 GMT).
- Spain drew 0-0 with Cape Verde in their opening World Cup match despite taking 27 shots.
- Spain’s young star player Lamine Yamal is recovering from a hamstring injury and will not start but may play some minutes.
- Saudi Arabia drew 1-1 with Uruguay in their first game, boosting their confidence.
- Saudi Arabia’s coach, Georgios Donis, took over the team only two months before the tournament.
- Spain is considered the favorite with an 86.7% chance to win the match, while Saudi Arabia has a 4.3% chance, and a draw is predicted at 9%.
- Spain were pre-tournament favorites but have dropped to fourth in win probability rankings after their first match.
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