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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 KGNS — Sitewide
· 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 Laredo
For Laredo residents, Spain's dominant 3-0 win over Austria in the World Cup has local implications due to the city's strong Hispanic heritage and passion for soccer. Many in the community likely gathered to watch the match, cheering on Spain's impressive performance. The team's success may also inspire local youth soccer players, who can look up to stars like Mikel Oyarzabal and Lamine Yamal as role models. As Spain moves on to the round of 16, Laredo fans will be eagerly awaiting their next match, which will be played in Dallas, just a few hours away. This proximity may encourage some local fans to make the trip to Dallas to support Spain in person, generating excitement and a sense of community among Laredo's soccer enthusiasts. The city's strong soccer culture will likely continue to thrive as the World Cup progresses.
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Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
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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