Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia Match Analysis | World Cup

Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia Match Analysis

Match summary

The match between Spain and Saudi Arabia ended 4-0 (World Cup

) — June 21, 2026, 16:00, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta.Halftime score: 3–0; Full-time: 4-0

.

Spain emerged victorious; however, the performance profile requires a close reading of the phases of the match and the quality of the positions.

• Key moments

• 10' — Yamal (Spain), assist: Oyarzabal

• 21' — Oyarzabal (Spain), assist: Laporte

• 24' — Oyarzabal (Spain), assist: Olmo

• 49' — own goal (Spain, Tambakti)

• 30' — Al-Dawsari (Saudi Arabia) received a yellow card

60' — Kanno (Saudi Arabia) received a yellow card

• Statistical table

• Spain had more possession (%67 – %33).

• Spain excelled in expected goals (xG) production (2.42 – 0.11). Spain scored above their xG.

• Shots: Spain 22 – 3 Saudi Arabia; shots on target: 8 – 1.

• Corners: Spain 6 – 1 Saudi Arabia.

Pass accuracy: Spain %92 – %81 Saudi Arabia.

Player performancePlayer of the match: Oyarzabal (Spain) stood out with a rating of 9.44

.Spain — Key players:

Oyarzabal (9.44), Porro (8.31), Yamal (8.24).Saudi Arabia — Key players:

Al-Shamat (6.85), Al-Hamdan (6.67), Hejji (6.65).Saudi Arabia — Struggled:

Al-Harbi (5.85), Tambakti (5.89).

Tactical notesSpain lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, while Saudi Arabia played in a 5-4-1

formation.

Spain tried to control the rhythm of the game by holding onto the ball for longer periods.

Impact on standings

Spain is in 1st place in the standings (4 points).

Saudi Arabia is in 4th place in the standings (1 point).

Pressing and tempo

First half pressing index: Spain 41.6 – 0.4 Saudi Arabia.

Second half pressing index: Spain 29.6 – 2.7 Saudi Arabia.

Spain applied higher attacking pressure.

Scout assessment

Spain deserved the victory in terms of chances created.

Analysis created with StatsLook match data.