[group Of 16] Spain Vs Russia Apr 2026

: Spain dominated possession throughout the match, setting a World Cup record with 1,029 completed passes . Despite this control, they struggled to penetrate Russia's deep, organized defensive block.

Spain eventually found redemption years later by winning , while Russia remains barred from major international competitions due to ongoing geopolitical suspensions. Google Sports Data This response uses data provided by Google Sports Spain 1-1 Russia (Jul 1, 2018) Final Score - ESPN [Group Of 16] Spain Vs Russia

: 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. : Spain dominated possession throughout the match, setting

: Smolov, Ignashevich, Golovin, and Cheryshev all scored their attempts. Google Sports Data This response uses data provided

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.

: 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