Marc Cucurella had a goal disallowed during Spain's FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 clash against Austria in Los Angeles, leaving the Spanish camp incensed by the decision.

The referee ruled that Cucurella had fouled Austrian goalkeeper Alexander Schlager in the build-up to the strike, denying Spain what would have been a crucial goal in the knockout tie.

The decision sparked immediate anger among the Spain squad and technical staff, with those in the Spanish dugout visibly frustrated by the official's call.

The match, played in Los Angeles, represented a high-stakes encounter in the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup 2026, where any decisive moment can determine which nation advances to the round of 16.