[group Of 16] Spain Vs Russia Apr 2026

: Spain took the lead in the 12th minute via an own goal by Sergei Ignashevich, who inadvertently deflected the ball into his own net while wrestling with Sergio Ramos during a set piece.

: While Iniesta, Piqué, and Ramos scored, Koke and Iago Aspas had their shots saved by Akinfeev. Match Statistics Possession 74% – 79% 21% – 26% Shots (On Target) Passes Completed 1,006 – 1,029 191 – 204 Saves [Group Of 16] Spain Vs Russia

: Smolov, Ignashevich, Golovin, and Cheryshev all scored their attempts. : Spain took the lead in the 12th

: This match featured the first-ever use of a fourth substitute in a World Cup during extra time, with Russia's Aleksandr Yerokhin entering in the 97th minute. The Penalty Shootout : This match featured the first-ever use of

The shootout cemented Russia's hero status, with goalkeeper saving two Spanish penalties.

: Russia leveled the score in the 41st minute. A Gerard Piqué handball in the penalty area led to a penalty kick , which Artem Dzyuba successfully converted.