Mikel Oyarzabal
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Five shots versus Cape Verde
Oyarzabal generated five shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 0-0 draw against Cape Verde.
Analysis: Oyarzabal started up top for Spain in the World Cup opener, joining Ferran Torres and Gavi in the front three with Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal on the bench due to injury. Oyarzabal had plenty of chances to find the back of the net, but he was frustrated by Cape Verde's impressive low block and only managed one shot on target. Despite his struggles in the box, he nearly won the match in the 89th minute, but his shot was blocked heroically by Pico Lopes. With Yamal and Williams back fit, it's unclear if Oyarzabal will continue to start or if Ferran Torres will move into the No. 9 position. Regardless, he is still set to play an important role in Spain's attempt at glory as his position is really the only questionable part of the team's elite roster.
Scores opener against Peru
Oyarzabal scored the opener in Monday's 3-1 victory against Peru, confirming his full fitness and cementing his status as the expected starter leading Spain's front line at the World Cup.
Analysis: Oyarzabal had been rested for the Iraq friendly as a precautionary measure but his goal against Peru is the perfect statement of intent heading into Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15. The Real Sociedad forward brings technical quality, intelligent movement and clinical finishing to a Spain side that arrives at the tournament as one of the genuine favorites to lift the trophy, and his return to form and fitness is a timely boost for coach Luis de la Fuente.
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