Oyarzabal Scores Brace as Spain Dominates Austria

Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals, propelling Spain to a commanding 4-0 victory over Austria in their World Cup knockout match. The win secures Spain's advancement to the round of 16, where they will face the winner of the match between Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Oyarzabal opened the scoring in the 23rd minute with a well-placed shot from outside the box, and doubled Spain's lead in the 58th minute with a header from a corner kick. The Spanish team displayed a dominant performance, controlling possession for 65% of the match and registering 18 shots on goal, compared to Austria's 5. Coach Luis de la Fuente praised his team's tactical discipline and clinical finishing. The victory marks Spain's third consecutive appearance in the World Cup round of 16, continuing their strong tournament form. Austria, making their first-ever appearance in a World Cup knockout stage, struggled to create clear scoring opportunities against Spain's organized defense. The match took place at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Qatar, on December 6, 2026.