Lamine Yamal Starts for Spain vs Saudi Arabia in World Cup Qualifier
Lamine Yamal Starts for Spain vs Saudi Arabia

Lamine Yamal starts for Spain in their World Cup 2026 qualifier against Saudi Arabia, as coach Luis de la Fuente makes four changes to the side that drew with Cape Verde. Pedro Porro is among the players to come into the starting lineup.

Spain's Starting XI

Spain lines up in a 4-2-3-1 formation: Simón in goal; Porro, Cubarsí, Laporte, and Cucurella in defense; Pedri and Rodri in midfield; Lamine Yamal, Olmo, and Baena in attacking midfield; and Oyarzabal as the striker.

Saudi Arabia's Starting XI

Saudi Arabia fields a 5-3-2 formation: al-Owais in goal; Abdulhamid, al-Amri, al-Tambakti, Lajami, and al-Harbi in defense; N al-Dawsari, Alkhaibari, and al-Juwayr in midfield; al-Buraikan and S al-Dawsari up front.

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Match Buildup

John Brewin provides all the buildup for the match. Spain looks to secure a win after their draw with Cape Verde, while Saudi Arabia aims to challenge the European giants.

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