World Cup Day 11: Spain thrash Saudi Arabia 4-0, Egypt makes history and Group H ignites
- Spain thrashed Saudi Arabia 4-0 with Lamine Yamal, a brace from Oyarzabal and an own goal, and topped Group H with 4 points.
- Egypt achieved their first World Cup victory by beating New Zealand 3-1 with Salah leading the way.
- Belgium drew 0-0 with Iran and remain winless, while surprising Cape Verde secured another draw (2-2) against Uruguay.
A perfect Sunday for Spanish football fans: Spain shook off the monkey on their back with a hammering for the record books. And for the rest of the day, Egypt ended a historic drought and Group H went absolutely mental. Here's the lowdown.
Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia: total redemption. After the embarrassment of a 0-0 with Cape Verde, La Roja produced their finest performance of the tournament. Lamine Yamal got things started in the 10th minute (his first World Cup goal, with a record to boot), Oyarzabal sealed it with a brace and an own goal by Tambakti wrapped up the 4-0. Spain top of Group H with 4 points. Full match analysis and Lamine's record story here.
Egypt 3-1 New Zealand: historic. With Salah leading the charge, Egypt claimed their first-ever World Cup victory. A landmark moment for the Pharaohs.
Belgium 0-0 Iran and Uruguay 2-2 Cape Verde. The Red Devils still haven't won and are in real trouble, while a surprise-package Cape Verde bag another draw against Uruguay and keep their dream alive.
Frequently asked questions
How did Spain fare against Saudi Arabia in the 2026 World Cup?
Spain thrashed Saudi Arabia 4-0 on matchday 2 of Group H, with goals from Lamine Yamal, a brace from Mikel Oyarzabal and an own goal from Hassan Tambakti. La Roja moved top of the group with 4 points.
What other results came on day 11 of the World Cup?
Egypt claimed their first ever World Cup victory by beating New Zealand 3-1, Belgium drew 0-0 with Iran and Uruguay drew 2-2 with a surprising Cape Verde.
What record did Lamine Yamal break?
With his first World Cup goal, scored at 18 years and 343 days old, Lamine Yamal became the eighth youngest goalscorer in World Cup history and surpassed Lionel Messi's previous record of precocity by 14 days.
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