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World Cup 2026: Yamal boosts Spain as Belgium held to draw again

Cover image: Lamine Yamal scored his first World Cup goal. © Roberto Schmidt, AFP

After a disappointing opening draw against Cape Verde, Spain comfortably brushed aside Saudi Arabia (4-0), powered by Lamine Yamal's first-ever World Cup goal and an Oyarzabal brace.

In Group G, Belgium registered a second consecutive draw, finishing 1-1 against Iran. Meanwhile, World Cup debutants Cape Verde kept their qualification dreams alive after holding Uruguay to a 2-2 draw.

In cycling, Tadej Pogačar claimed his maiden Tour de Suisse title. The Slovenian looks fully prepared to vie for a fifth yellow jersey at the Tour de France in less than two weeks.

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