Let’s talk about Mikel Oyarzabal: Spain’s quiet man forced into the limelight
Mikel Oyarzabal scored his fourth World Cup goal in Spain's 3-0 victory over Austria on Tuesday. The 29-year-old forward, often overlooked, is finally gaining recognition, with coach Luis de la Fuente praising him at a press conference. Oyarzabal remains humble, stating he does not care about comparisons to superstars like Mbappé and Messi.
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Published 06 Jul 2026, 07:00 UTC · Updated 06 Jul 2026, 07:30 UTC
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