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Mikel Oyarzabal’s 2 goals send dominant Spain past Austria 3-0 and into round of 16 at the World Cup
By GREG BEACHAM, Associated Press at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 2, 2026
· 3 min read
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 on Thursday for its first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010.Pedro Porro added a goal in the second half for Spain, which put on its most impressive performance of the tournamen...
Key takeaway (AP) — Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 on Thursday for its first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville soccer fans are likely taking notice of Spain's dominant performance in the World Cup, particularly given the city's own growing soccer scene. As Spain moves on to the round of 16, locals may be drawn to the team's impressive offense and defensive prowess, which has yet to allow a goal in the tournament. The city's own soccer enthusiasts may appreciate the skill and strategy on display, and some may even see parallels between Spain's team dynamics and the Nashville SC's own approach to the game. With Spain set to face the winner of Portugal's match against Croatia, Nashville fans will be watching closely to see how this talented team fares in the next round. The city's soccer community may also be inspired by the success of young players like Lamine Yamal, who is making a name for himself on the international stage at just 18 years old.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 on Thursday for its first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010.Pedro Porro added a goal in the second half for Spain, which put on its most impressive performance of the tournamen...
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