Spain faces Austria in World Cup last-16 with Yamal starting

Spain reached the knockout stage as Group H winners with 7 points, remaining unbeaten despite an opening 0-0 draw against Cape Verde. Lamine Yamal, Barcelona's teenage sensation, leads the attack alongside Alex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal, while veteran midfielder Rodri anchors the midfield.

Austria qualified from Group J with 4 points in second place, following a 3-1 victory over Jordan, a 2-0 loss to Argentina, and a 3-3 draw with Algeria. Coach Ralf Rangnick recently signed a new contract with the Austrian federation after nearly accepting a position as AC Milan's technical director.

The match takes place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Los Angeles, with Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg officiating. Spain's squad includes changes from recent matches, with Pedro Porro and Dani Olmo returning to the starting XI.

Spain enter as heavy favourites; lineups confirmed, odds on Spain victory remain around 1.5-1.6 at major sportsbooks.

Yamal is a 19-year-old left-winger, plays for Barcelona after rising through the club's La Masia academy, plays for the Spain national team. Played in the match against Cape Verde at the World Cup.

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