Spain unbeaten in last 32 matches
Spain remain unbeaten across their last 32 matches across all competitions — 23 wins and 9 draws — the outright second longest unbeaten streak in their history.
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Lamine Yamal lights it up and Cape Verde continue to dream
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Jun 22, 2026
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Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia: Lamine Yamal's Coming-Out Party
At 10:20 · chapter starts 8:30
With Lamine Yamal back fit after missing Spain's first game, the difference was stark. Joe Hart opens by noting how Yamal plays with pure freedom — the moment he barged a defender off the ball in the first five minutes, everyone knew he was ready. Micah Richards argues it's almost unfair: defenders know he's going to cut inside on his left, and they still can't stop him. Joe Cole adds that what separates Yamal from other flair players is his decision-making — he knows when to keep it simple. Gary then drops the statistic: Yamal is the first player in history to start matches at both the UEFA Euros and the FIFA World Cup while aged 18 or younger. [1] — Gary Lineker "Lamine Yamal's historic age record: Lamine Yamal is the first player in history to start a match at both the UEFA Euros and the FIFA World …" 09:07 Ally McCoist goes one further with a vivid first-hand account: watching Yamal from the 18-yard line at the old Barcelona stadium during a Champions League semi-final against Inter Milan, seeing him absolutely terrorise Di Marco, with teams doubling up and still unable to get near him. Ally's verdict: the best 45 minutes of individual talent he has witnessed in a very long time — 'you know you're in the presence of greatness.' [2] — Ally McCoist "It was the best 45 minutes of individual talent I think I've seen in a long, long time. You know, you know you're in the presence of someth…" 09:55
Lamine Yamal's historic age record
Lamine Yamal is the first player in history to start a match at both the UEFA Euros and the FIFA World Cup while aged 18 or younger.
Ally McCoist Watched Yamal Terrorise Inter Milan Live
Ally McCoist had a front-row seat at the 18-yard line watching Lamine Yamal destroy Federico Di Marco at a Champions League semi-final. He calls it the best 45 minutes of individual talent he has witnessed in a very long time.
Spain Unbeaten in 32: Are They World Cup Favourites?
Spain have gone 32 games without defeat across all competitions — 23 wins, 9 draws — the second longest unbeaten run in their history. With Lamine Yamal fit and firing, the question is no longer whether they are contenders, but whether anyone can stop them.
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