New Delhi, June 21 -- Spain forward Mikel Oyarzabal wrote his name into FIFA World Cup history during a dominant first-half display against Saudi Arabia. He scored twice and set up a goal in the opening 25 minutes, becoming only the second player since 1966 to be directly involved in three goals so early in a match.

Spain needed a positive response after being held to a 0-0 draw by Cape Verde in their opening group game. Coach Luis de la Fuente made adjustments, and the team produced a clinical performance at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The 10th minute brought the breakthrough. Mikel Oyarzabal delivered a precise pass for Lamine Yamal to score his first World Cup goal and give Spain the lead. In the 21st minute, Oyarzabal found the...