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Cody Gakpo converted two penalties, including a 98th-minute winner, as the Netherlands secured a 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan in their final World Cup warm-up match.

Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente has confirmed that Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams are on track to be available for their FIFA World Cup opener against Cape Verde, following recent injury concerns. Their return provides a significant boost for the reigning European champions.

As the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, projections indicate a repeat winner is more likely, though several nations are poised to challenge the historical trend.