Spain goes to Türkiye for its second qualification match for the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a superb 3-0 victory outside in Bulgaria.
Luis de la Fuente won with three goals in the first period at the Levski, thanks to the goals of the three Premier League players Mikel Zubimendi, Marc Cucurella and Mikel Merino.
La Roja has recovered from its defeat against Portugal in June in the final of the UEFA Nations League and dominates Turkey at the top of the E.
Turkey won its first qualifying match, but had to settle for a 3-2 victory in Georgia.
A trip to Konya could prove to be the most difficult qualification test for Spain, who will find a familiar player, the Real Madrid star, Arda Güler, a key player in the host country.
Güler was the holder in the first three games of Real Madrid in Liga and Xabi Alonso placed his self -confidence.
Arda Guller warns Spain before the match against Turkey
The former Fenerbahçe playmaker is in full confidence and launched a warning to Spain before receiving the Torku Arena.
Arda Guller in action for Real Madrid
« It will be a difficult match, but it will not be easy for Spain. They do not know the incredible atmosphere that reigns in Konya “Reports Diario as.
“We want to continue to please our supporters. So let's not underestimate ourselves. We will do our best against Spain and it will be a very good match. »»
Spain has only lost twice against Turkey in 12 confrontations, with three consecutive victories since 2009.
The last confrontation dates back a 3-0 victory at UEFA Euro 2016, thanks to a double from Alvaro Morata.
Spain won its qualifications for the 2010 World Cup, won at home and outside by the team of Vicente del Bosque in South Africa, thanks to a penalty from Alonso during the match against Istanbul.
