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Mikel Oyarzabal

Mikel Oyarzabal — Real Sociedad forward who scored for Spain at the 2026 World Cup, including in their semi-final and final victories.

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    At the other end, Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made a smart stop from Mikel Oyarzabal.

    Mbappe hits treble as Real Madrid thrash Real Sociedad
  3. July 2026
  4. Citizen 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 goal
  5. The 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 dream
  6. The 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-time
  7. Citizen 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 win
  8. Citizen 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 final
  9. Citizen Digital

    In Yamal's absence, Mikel Oyarzabal has scored four times, including twice in the 3-0 defeat of an outclassed Austria in the last 32 at SoFi.

    Spain aim for World Cup date with France by beating Belgium
  10. The Standard

    In Yamal's absence, Mikel Oyarzabal has scored four times, including twice in the 3-0 defeat of Austria in the last 32 at SoFi.Spain have conceded just six shots on target in their five matches so far.

    Spain aim for World Cup date with France by beating Belgium
  11. Citizen Digital

    Mikel Oyarzabal has made up for that, scoring four times, including twice in a 3-0 romp against Austria in the last 32.

    Belgium bid to crack Spain's ironclad defence in World Cup quarter-final
  12. Citizen Digital

    Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has netted just once in five games but Mikel Oyarzabal has scored four times, including twice in a 3-0 win against Austria in the last 32.

    World Cup: Eight teams remain in the hunt for glory

Thursday 27 August

  1. Mbappé scores hat-trick as Real Madrid thrashes Real Sociedad 4-1

    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

Monday 20 July

  1. Seismic sensors detected Spain's World Cup celebrations underground

    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

  2. Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 to win 2026 World Cup

    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

Sunday 19 July

  1. Spain and Argentina goalless at World Cup final half-time

    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

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Burglars attempt break-in at Lamine Yamal's Barcelona home

    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

  2. Spain beats France 2-0 to reach 2026 World Cup final

    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

Friday 10 July

  1. Spain seek France semi-final matchup by defeating Belgium

    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

  2. Spain face Belgium in World Cup quarter-final Friday

    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

Thursday 9 July

  1. Belgium faces Spain's unbeaten defence in World Cup quarter-final

    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

Wednesday 8 July

  1. World Cup quarter-finals: Eight teams compete in United States

    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

Friday 3 July

  1. Spain beats Austria 3-0, advances to World Cup round-of-16

    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

  2. Spain advances to World Cup last 16 with Austria victory

    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

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Spain's Oyarzabal plays through knee injury at World Cup

    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

  2. Spain's Oyarzabal plays through minor knee injury at World Cup

    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

Sunday 21 June

  1. Spain beats Saudi Arabia 4-0 with Yamal's injury return

    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

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