Lamine Yamal played a crucial role in getting Spain back on track during an eventful Sunday at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following Spain's convincing win, Iran secured a hard-fought point against Belgium, and Cape Verde gave Uruguay a brief scare with its first-ever World Cup goal.
Here's a recap of everything you might have missed on Day 11 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
Key Matchups
The day's action included several notable matches, such as Spain vs. Saudi Arabia, Belgium vs. Iran, Uruguay vs. Cape Verde, and New Zealand vs. Egypt.
Top Performances
Belgium dominated the matchup against Iran but was unable to capitalize on its chances. A pivotal moment occurred in the 59th minute when Kevin de Bruyne expertly controlled a pass and played it into the box, where Maxim De Cuyper's shot was saved by Beiranvand.
Seven minutes later, Belgium's Nathan Ngoy was sent off, and Iran took advantage of the man advantage to secure its second draw of the tournament.
Mikel Oyarzabal had an impressive start, scoring with a tap-in finish at the back post after a well-executed passing sequence.
Cape Verde's first-ever World Cup goal was a memorable one, scored by Pina with a powerful shot through Uruguay's defensive wall.
Standout Moments
Spain's 18-year-old phenom, Lamine Yamal, made a significant impact after coming on as a substitute, scoring a goal within 10 minutes of entering the game.
