INGLEWOOD, CA — It was all Spain in Southern California.The 2026 World Cup favorite looked the part on Thursday, July 2 inside SoFi Stadium, cruising past Austria for a 3-0 win in the round of 32 to advance in the knockout round. It was a result that was never in doubt, with Spain controlling the game from the opening kick off and forcing Austria to do all it can to stop it. After several close chances, Mikel Oyarzabal finally broke through for La Roja with a goal in the 36th minute, and Pedro Poro added to the lead in the 66th minute. Just before the 90th minute, Oyarzabal scored again to cap off the perfect day for the Spaniards. Spain’s defense again put the clamps on the opposition with another clean sheet, still yet to give up a goal in the tournament. It now returns to the round of 16 for the third consecutive tournament, where it awaits the winner of Portugal and Croatia.Follow for live updates:Where to watch Spain vs AustriaTV channel: FoxLive streaming: Fubo or the Fox One AppSpanish language: Telemundo and PeacockWatch every World Cup game with FuboSpain vs Austria scoreSpain 3-0 Austria.Final whistle! Spain wins!That will do it, as Spain punches its ticket to the round of 16.90'+3' Spain makes final substitutionsSpain is making use of soccer's version of garbage time. Marc Pubill came in in the third minute of stoppage time, replacing Aymeric Laporte while Fabian Ruiz replaced Pedri. 89' Spain adds third goal of dayIt's the perfect finish to the day for Spain, with Mikel Oyarzabal again finding the back of the net to make it 3-0.That's goal No. 2 on the day for Oyarzabal, who now has four goals in the tournament.85' Lamine Yamal subbed outLamine Yamal's day is done. Spain's young superstar came off in the 85th and was replaced by Gavi. 85' Austria saves another potential Spain goalSpain is hunting for another score, and it nearly got the perfect cap to this contest from Lamine Yamal. His left-footer looks prime for a goal, but Austria captain David Alaba is in the right place at the right time to block it before it crosses the line as the Spanish star is denied again.80' Austria running out of timeIt's desperation time for Austria with just 10 minutes left before stoppage time to try and cut the deficit. It still does not have a shot on goal.Spain-Austria attendance: 70,492It's a full house on hand to see the round of 32 matchup.71' Spain substitutionsSpain brings in Ferran Torres and Mikel Merino for Alex Baena and Dani Olmo out of the hydration break.66' Spain adds second goal!Another one on the board for Spain! Alex Baena has the ball in the box and places it perfectly for a running Pedro Poro, who times it up with a header that goes straight into the goal for the second goal of the day for Spain as it stretched the lead.61' Austria misses its best shotWe nearly had a 1-1 game with Austria getting a clean look. Sasa Kalajdzic comes into the contest and immediately gets a header that just goes over the crossbar, the first real threat Spain has faced.60' More Austria substitutionsAustria made another pair of substitutions in the 60th minute. Michael Gregoritsch came off and was replaced by Marko Arnautovic, and Romano Schmid was replaced by Saja Kalajdzic. 57' Spain still on the attackThere haven't been as many shots to open the second half, but Spain still maintains control with the one goal lead. Rodri had the best look so far when a 25-yard shot was just deflected by Austria.Austria substitutionsAustria has made two substitutions to start the second half. Xaver Schlager came off, replaced by Florian Grillitsch, and Nicolas Seiwald was replaced by Carney Chukwuemeka. Second half underwayThe second half begins with Austria in possession.Halftime: Spain 1-0 AustriaIt feels like its 5-0, but Spain is just up one goal after a first half that was dominated by La Roja. It had possession for roughly 64% of the time, with a whopping 11 shots, six of which were on goal. Austria got two shots in but hasn't gotten a clean look. Despite how bad of a start, it is just one shot away from tying it up.Mikel Oyarzabal has the score for Spain, while Lamine Yamal looks in top form as he has come close to extending the lead.45+2' Spain nearly nets anotherAustria avoids a disasterous end to the half as two great looks from Spain just miss. The first came off a free kick from Alex Baena, which hit the crossbar.A few seconds later, the ball is placed right in front of Lamine Yamal for a golden opportunity. However, Alexander Schlager somehow denies the shot and Spain is left wondering how it didn't score again.45' 4 minutes of additional timeThere will be four minutes added to the clock as Spain looks to add another goal before halftime.36' Spain scores!Finally, Spain is on the board! Another threat finally succeeds, with leading scorer Mikel Oyarzabal the man behind it. He is on the receiving end of a perfect pass from Marc Cucurella, and Oyarzabal has no trouble getting it through to give Spain a 1-0 lead.It's Oyarzabal's third goal of the tournament.34' Austria hanging onSpain is stepping on the gas pedal and Austria is barely hanging on. Mikel Oyarzabal somehow was able to drill a shot that Austria goalkeeper Alexander Schlager is just able to get a hand on. A few minutes later, Lamine Yamal is all by himself in front of the goalie but his shot sails just over the crossbar, and he is in disbelief at the miss.29' Spain scores, but goal taken off!Spain looked like it finally broke through when Marc Cucurella's header found the back of the net, but as the celebration began, referee Glenn Nyberg waved it off.Replay appeared to show Spain caused goalie interference, and after replay assistance confirmed it, the score was wiped away and it remains 0-0, much to the frustration of Spain.24' hydration breakThe first quarter of the match is through and while it remains scoreless, Spain is continously hunting for the first goal. Austria has been playing on defense the majority of the contest.Celebrities flock to see Spain vs AustriaThe stars are out early. James Corden, Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem and Jayden Daniels were among the celebrities at Spain-Austria. Cruz and Bardem are Spanish while Daniels grew up in the area. Corden, of course, is part of Fox's tournament coverage, hosting the "After Hours" show. 10' Spain pressuring AustriaIt's been all Spain through the first 10 minutes of action, with the ball spending most of the time on the Austria side of the field. Spain is getting looks with three shot attempts already.2' Lamine Yamal gets first shot attemptThe Spanish star looks to be already in a flow, taking the ball nearly the length of the field down for the first shot of the game. It goes directly to Austria goalkeeper Alexander Schlager, but Spain is already generating chances.Kick off!We are underway from SoFi Stadium with Spain starting the day with the ball.What time is Spain vs Austria game?The matchup kicks off at 3:00 p.m. ET.Where is Spain vs Austria game?The round of 32 match is being held at Sofi Stadium in Inglewood, California.Spain vs Austria predictions, expert picksSeth Vertelney: Spain 1-0 AustriaThere are big questions surrounding this Spain side after the group stage, but it still has too much quality for an Austria side that could put up a decent battle.Jon Arnold: Spain 2-0 AustriaDespite struggles in the group stage, Spain starts to whir into gear against an Austria team that, despite its three goals last game, hasn't shown it can mount any real attack and has shown it struggles against teams that can pass.Jesse Yomtov: Spain 1-0 AustriaSpain hasn't been jaw-droppingly good in this tournament, but it doesn't matter as long as they win and advance.Victoria Hernandez: Spain 2-0 AustriaSpain has underwhelmed, but with the tournament turning into win-or-go-home scenarios, they step up to the occasion.Spain vs Austria oddsIs Lamine Yamal playing?Yes, Yamal is starting the round of 32 matchup.Spain lineup todaySpain will have its young star in Yamal is in the starting XI.Unai Simón (goalkeeper), Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella, Rodrigo, Olmo, Pedri, Laime Yamal, Alex Baena, OyarzabalFull rosters for 2026 World Cup teamsAustria lineup todaySpain-Austria refereeReferee: Glenn NybergAssistant Referees: Mahbod Beigi, Andreas Soderkvist4th official: Dahane BeidaReserve assistant referee: Elvis NoupueHas Spain won a World Cup?Spain won the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, the country's first and only championship.How old is Lamine Yamal?Spain's Lamine Yamal is 18 years old – turning 19 on July 13.Austria coach Ralf Rangnick praises Lamine YamalAustria coach Ralf Rangnick said stopping the Spain winger from showcasing his talent will be one of his side's top priorities in the World Cup round of 32. Spain have eased the 18-year-old back into action after he tore a hamstring in April, limiting him to 141 minutes over the three group games, during which he scored once."Lamine Yamal is an excellent player, and he will be for the next 12, 13 or 14 years, maybe even longer," Rangnick told reporters on Wednesday. "If he stays healthy and keeps a straight head on his shoulders, he can play a lot of matches."He is one of the players we will watch very closely tomorrow, not to give him a lot of room or too many opportunities to start his dribbling actions. He is a player that all football fans, no matter where they are from, love to watch. But it is our task tomorrow to let him have the ball as little as possible."– ReutersWhat time is Spain playing Pacific Time?The Spain-Austria match kicks off at 12 p.m. Pacific Time.Who will Spain-Austria winner face?The round of 32 winner will advance to the round of 16 to face the winner of Portugal and Croatia on July 6 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. That matches takes place later in the day.David Alaba knows Spain's strengthsAustria captain David Alaba, who spent five seasons with Real Madrid, said the team is well aware of the quality Spain have at their disposal."They play very attractive football. They have enormous quality and individual players that can make a difference," Alaba said. "But we don't want to hide. We really want to play forward and try to be successful."– ReutersSpain on three-year unbeaten runAustria scored six goals in three group-stage matches, one more than Spain, but coach Ralf Rangnick acknowledged his side would need to raise their level against a team unbeaten in 34 matches stretching back to March 2023.– ReutersAustria World Cup historyIn its first World Cup since 1998, Austria has advanced to the knockout round since 1978. It's best finish came in 1954 when it finished in third place. In 1934, Austria was fourth place.Spain underwhelming at World Cup?Spain manager Luis de la Fuente said it's understandable his nation's fans may be less than impressed."It would be strange if they didn't make any demands from us," de la Fuente said via an interpreter. "But we are very self-demanding. We like to compete. We are sportsmen and we love to improve day by day."– ReutersSpain fans take over SoFi StadiumIt's looking like a Spanish home game as Spain kits are the dominant kit worn inside the stadium. There is a small contingent of Austria fans making some noise, but it looks to be a La Roja takeover.Spain has yet to give up goal in World CupIt's been a clean sheet so far for Spain, yet to give up a goal in the tournament. It joins Mexico as the only teams yet to concede a score so far.World Cup bracket 2026Explore the updated bracket with USA TODAY Sports here.