World Cup Momentum: Spain bounced back in Group H with a dominant 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia in Atlanta, sparked by Lamine Yamal’s return from injury and a quick start that set up goals for Oyarzabal and others as La Roja surged to the top of the group. Underdog Drama: Cape Verde kept its fairytale going with another shock result, holding Uruguay 2-2, keeping the tiny nation right in the mix for knockout qualification. Heatwave Disruption: A record-breaking European heatwave is forcing cancellations and safety measures, with Spain feeling the impact as officials move to protect fans and public events. Politics & Courts: Spain’s political storm continues as Pedro Sánchez’s wife, Begoña Gómez, faces trial on corruption charges after a judge ordered her to surrender her passport and barred her from leaving the country. Security & Diplomacy: Spain and Morocco are locked in a dispute over who should host the 2030 World Cup final, with FIFA yet to confirm the venue. Business & Energy: Iberdrola pledged €1.6bn for R&D and AI projects through 2028 to accelerate electrification, while Acciona won a three-year facilities services contract for Saudi Arabia’s Haramain High-Speed Railway. Tech & Investment Watch: EU concerns are growing over China’s expanding footprint in Spain’s key ports, with analysts warning about potential strategic implications.