Oyarzabal’s Goal Sets Spain on Course for World Cup Last 16 After Controversial Cucurella Decision

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Preview Oyarzabal’s Goal Sets Spain on Course for World Cup Last 16 After Controversial Cucurella Decision

Mikel Oyarzabal found the back of the net, marking his 16th goal in his last 16 starts for the Spanish national team, and effectively setting Spain on their path to qualifying for the World Cup’s knockout stage.

This pivotal moment occurred shortly after a contentious ruling by the officials, which disallowed a promising goal for teammate Marc Cucurella. The decision had sparked debate and frustration, but Oyarzabal’s strike ultimately provided the decisive impetus for Spain’s advancement.