Spain beat Austria to reach the World Cup quarter-finals

Spain, considered one of the favorites for the European Championship, began to show its true strength in the playoff stage of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, as reported by Zamin.uz.

In the goalless draw held in Los Angeles, the Red Fury representatives easily overcame Austria and secured their place in the tournament's quarter-finals, according to Goal.com.

From the opening minutes, the Spanish national team took full control of the game. Although dangerous situations created by Aymeric Laporte and Marc Cucurella in the first half did not result in goals, the Spaniards' relentless pressure eventually paid off.

Even though Cucurella's shot was disallowed for offside, it did not dampen the morale of Luis de la Fuente's squad, which continued to display disciplined play.

The breakthrough in the 30th minute. Marc Cucurella's precise cross from the flank was expertly finished by Mikel Oyarzabal, putting the ball into the net.

According to reports, Spain team throughout the match, while Austria's goalkeeper Alexander Schlager made several crucial saves to keep his team in the 30th minute, the deadlock was broken. Mikel Oyarzabal skillfully converted Marc Cucurella's accurate cross from the wing into a goal.

Statistics show that Spain dominated the match completely, while Austria's goalkeeper Alexander Schlager made several crucial saves to prevent a heavier defeat.

In the second half, the scenario remained largely unchanged. Young Spanish talent Lamine Yamal consistently troubled Austria's defense with his exceptional dribbling and quick movements.

Although he did not score himself, Yamal played a key role in sustaining Spain's attacking threat. Even when David Alaba cleared the ball off the line, it was often due to Yamal's influence.

In the 70th minute, Pedro Porro headed in a cross from Alex Baena to double Spain's lead. As the match neared its end, Mikel Oyarzabal completed his brace, making the final score 3-0.

This goal was also set up by a precise assist from Marc Cucurella. Thus, Spain secured a confident victory.

Following this win, Spain will face either Portugal or Croatia in the next round, depending on the outcome of their match. Experts note that while the European champions may have started the competition somewhat inconsistently, they are now entering the playoff stage in peak form.

Austria, on the other hand, has been eliminated from the tournament after their