FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 11 in pictures: Best fan reactions from Spain's rout, Egypt's win and Uruguay's dramatic draw

Day 11 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup saw Spain dominate Saudi Arabia 4-0 and Egypt clinch a vital 3-1 win against New Zealand. Uruguay drew 2-2 with Cape Verde, while Belgium and Iran played out a goalless stalemate. Excitement builds for June 22 as...

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A fan wears flags in her hair beefore the World Cup Group G soccer match between New Zealand and Egypt in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Day 11 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup produced a mix of dominant wins, surprise results, and tense battles as the group stage moved closer to its conclusion. Spain thrashed Saudi Arabia 4-0, Egypt secured a crucial 3-1 victory over New Zealand, while Uruguay was held to a dramatic 2-2 draw by Cape Verde. Belgium and Iran shared the points in a hard-fought goalless encounter, leaving qualification hopes hanging in the balance for several teams.

While the players battled on the pitch, fans created their own spectacle in the stands. Here are the best photos from Day 11.

FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid - Madrid, Spain - June 21, 2026 A Spain fan reacts in Madrid before the match REUTERS/Mohammed Salem


FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid - Madrid, Spain - June 21, 2026 Spain fans in Madrid celebrate at the end of the match REUTERS/Mohammed Salem

FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid - Madrid, Spain - June 21, 2026 A Spain fan with a painted face in Madrid before the match REUTERS/Mohammed Salem

FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid - Madrid, Spain - June 21, 2026 A Spain fan has his face painted in Madrid before the match REUTERS/Mohammed Salem

FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Saudi Arabia - Fans gather in Madrid - Madrid, Spain - June 21, 2026 Spain fans react as they watch the match in Madrid REUTERS/Mohammed Salem
Saudi Arabia Spain WCup Soccer
A Saudi Arabia fan on the stands during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Saudi Arabia in Atlanta, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Cape Verde - Fans gather in Madrid
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Spain v Cape Verde - Fans gather in Madrid - Plaza de Colon, Madrid, Spain - June 15, 2026 A Spain fan looks dejected after the match REUTERS/Mohammed Salem

Iran Belgium WCup Soccer
Fans of Iran hold a scarf prior to the World Cup Group G soccer match between Belgium and Iran in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Andre Penner)
Egypt New Zealand WCup Soccer
Egypt fans stand before the World Cup Group G soccer match between New Zealand and Egypt in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Spain’s Yamal and Oyarzabal shine against Saudi Arabia, and other World Cup highlights, in photos
Fans hold up a banner during the World Cup Group G soccer match between Belgium and Iran in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

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World Cup fans flood stadiums and fan zones with dazzling costumes, facepaint and flags — in photos
Fans of Belgium cheer prior to the World Cup Group G soccer match between Belgium and Iran in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group G - Belgium v Iran
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group G - Belgium v Iran - Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, California, U.S. - June 21, 2026 Belgium fans in the stands before the match IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Jessie Alcheh

Cape Verde Uruguay WCup Soccer
Fans react ahead of the World Cup Group H soccer match between Uruguay and Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
Cape Verde Uruguay WCup Soccer
Cape Verde fans cheer prior to the World Cup Group H soccer match against Uruguay in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Cape Verde Uruguay WCup Soccer
Fans react ahead of the World Cup Group H soccer match between Uruguay and Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Attention now shifts to June 22, when several tournament heavyweights return to action. Argentina faces Austria in Dallas, while France takes on Iraq in Philadelphia. Norway and Senegal meet in a potentially decisive Group I clash, and Jordan battles Algeria later in the day. With qualification scenarios beginning to take shape, fans can expect another round of high-stakes encounters and memorable moments across North America.

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