Mikel Oyarzabal — Real Sociedad forward who scored multiple goals for Spain in the 2026 World Cup, including two against Austria and two against Saudi Arabia.
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The Standard
… Mikel Oyarzabal then completed the comeback by scoring the winner, just as he did when the sides met in the final of Euro 2024.Defeat means England have won just six of their last 16 matches against opponents ranked in FIFA's top 10. …
Tuchel to 'keep pushing' England to reach Spain's levelCitizen Digital
… But the European champions responded as Alex Baena levelled before Mikel Oyarzabal struck the winner, just as he did when the sides met in the final of Euro 2024. …
Spain success driven by hunger to improve, says De La FuenteCitizen Digital
… ner: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Kane then hit the bar with a second half penalty that would have made it 3-1 before Spain roared back to extend their unbeaten run to 39 games through Alex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal …
England's best 'for a long time' despite Spain defeat, says KaneCitizen Digital
… "But that doesn't mean we won't give a chance to those who are knocking on the door." Mikel Oyarzabal led the line for Spain through most of the World Cup, while Ferran Torres scored the winner in the final, but Fernandez can stake his claim after he was chosen over Real Madrid's …
World Cup 'not enough' as Spain begin next chapterCitizen Digital
… At the other end, Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made a smart stop from Mikel Oyarzabal. …
Mbappe hits treble as Real Madrid thrash Real SociedadCitizen Digital
… Sensors detected comparable vibrations during Spain's Euro 2024 final victory over England, when goals by Nico Williams and Mikel Oyarzabal triggered measurable ground movements in Madrid and Barcelona.
Spanish World Cup celebrations detected by seismic sensors after final goalThe Standard
… entina continued to test referee Vincic's patience with a series of niggly challenges, and Nicolas Tagliafico was lucky not to be cautioned after raking Lamine Yamal's calf in a clumsy challenge.- Lopsided half - Spain meanwhile continued to probe for openings but Mikel Oyarzabal …
Spain down Argentina to win World Cup, shatter Messi dreamThe Standard
… The European champions shaded possession at the MetLife Stadium in a game of few clear-cut chances.Teenager Lamine Yamal had an early effort while Mikel Oyarzabal shot straight at Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez later in the opening period. …
World Cup final: Spain 0 Argentina 0 at half-timeCitizen Digital
… Yamal won a first-half penalty that Mikel Oyarzabal converted to open the scoring. …
Lamine Yamal’s home targeted in attempted robbery after Spain’s winCitizen Digital
… Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring for the 2010 winners with an emphatic penalty in the first half in Arlington, Texas, and Pedro Porro doubled their lead in the second half. …
Spain beat France 2-0 to reach World Cup finalThomas Tuchel's England side surrendered a second-half lead to lose 3-2 to Spain on Saturday, with Tuchel attributing the defeat to defensive errors and saying the side needs to improve to reach Spain's level.
28 September 2026 · The Standard →
Thomas Tuchel's England side surrendered a second-half lead to lose 3-2 to Spain on Saturday, with Tuchel attributing the defeat to defensive errors and saying the side needs to improve to reach Spain's level.
28 September 2026 · The Standard →
Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente said his team can improve further after extending their unbeaten run to 39 games by coming from behind to defeat England 3-2 at Wembley in the Nations League, their first match since winning the World Cup for the second time.
27 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England captain Harry Kane said the Three Lions produced some of their best football for a long time despite losing 3-2 at home to world champions Spain in the Nations League. England led before half-time through goals by Anthony Gordon and Kane, but Spain equalized through Alex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal, with Kane hitting the bar on a second-half penalty.
27 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says the World Cup triumph is not enough, with the team seeking to improve as they return to action against England in the Nations League on Saturday. De la Fuente signed a contract extension keeping him with the team until 2032.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick to help Real Madrid defeat Real Sociedad 4-1 in La Liga, with Vinicius Junior also scoring and Jude Bellingham providing two assists in Jose Mourinho's first home match as Madrid's coach.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Seismometers across Spain picked up vibrations from fans celebrating Ferran Torres' goal in Spain's World Cup final victory on Sunday, with researchers from the Geosciences Barcelona centre analysing data showing unusual signals in cities including Algeciras, Barcelona, Cadiz and Granada.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain won the 2026 World Cup final, defeating holders Argentina 1-0 with an extra-time goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. The victory ended Lionel Messi's hopes for a second World Cup victory in what was likely his final World Cup appearance.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Defending champions Argentina and European champions Spain were locked at 0-0 at half-time in the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, with few clear-cut chances created in an opening period dominated by Spain's possession.
19 July 2026 · The Standard →
Two people in balaclavas attempted to break into the Barcelona home of Spain forward Lamine Yamal on Wednesday, shortly after he helped Spain reach their second World Cup final, but were chased off by private security guards, according to police and media reports.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final on July 14, 2026, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal (penalty) and Pedro Porro, progressing to face either England or Argentina in the final.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain face Belgium in a 2026 World Cup quarter-final at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday. A win would set up a semi-final against France in Texas next Tuesday.
10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
European champions Spain play Belgium in a quarter-final at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday, with a potential semi-final against France awaiting the winner. Spain have yet to concede a goal in the tournament, while Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in their last round.
10 July 2026 · The Standard →
Belgium meet Spain in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals on Friday at Los Angeles Stadium, with Spain having recorded six consecutive World Cup clean sheets, including a 1-0 win over Portugal. Spain are playing possession-based football similar to their 2010 World Cup winning side, while Belgium must breach their watertight defence.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage with eight teams remaining. France, Morocco, and other heavyweight sides are set to compete in matches taking place across the United States.
8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain defeated Austria 3-0 in their World Cup knockout match, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal (2) and Pedro Porro, advancing to face either Portugal or Croatia in the last 16. Spain controlled the match with dominant possession and play at Los Angeles's SoFi Stadium.
3 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain defeated Austria 3–0 in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, with two goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and a Pedro Porro header securing their passage to the last 16. The victory sets up a potential matchup with Portugal and marks Spain's most complete performance of the tournament.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mikel Oyarzabal said a minor knee injury will not affect his World Cup after scoring twice in Spain's 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia. The Real Sociedad forward also set up Lamine Yamal's opening goal as Spain rebounded from a 0-0 draw with Cape Verde.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice in Spain's 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia despite a minor knee injury, saying he is fit to continue playing in the tournament. Coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed Oyarzabal had been struggling with the knee problem but was ready to start.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lamine Yamal scored on his return from hamstring injury as Spain defeated Saudi Arabia 4-0 in a World Cup match in Atlanta, with Mikel Oyarzabal adding two goals. The victory puts Spain atop Group H.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →