New Delhi, June 22 -- Spain and Belgium had contrasting results at the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament on Sunday. While La Roja got their much-needed first victory as they thumped Saudi Arabia in Atlanta, Belgium played out a frustrating 0-0 draw against Iran. Cape Verde, too, shared spoils after a 2-2 draw against Uruguay.

Spain put their opening day frustrations behind them as they thumped Saudi Arabia 4-0 in their second Group H match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Atlanta on Sunday. Spain had played out a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde.

However, in the match against Saudi Arabia, Spain were ruthless right from the start. The breakthrough for Spain came as early as the 10th minute after teenager Lamine Yamal slid home a low cross past the...