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Spain Crushes Turkey 6-0, Showcasing Dominant Football in World Cup Qualifier
9 Sep
Summary
- Spain thrashes Turkey 6-0 in a 2026 World Cup qualifier
- Pedri and Lamine Yamal deliver standout performances for Spain
- Merino emerges as Spain's secret weapon with 6 goals in 6 appearances
In the September 2025 international break, while many of the world's top national teams were struggling, Spain continued their impressive run by routing Turkey 6-0 in a 2026 World Cup qualifier on September 3.
The match was a masterclass in football, with Spain's possession-based, attacking play overwhelming their opponents. Turkey goalkeeper Ugurcan Çakır was the home team's best player, highlighting Spain's dominance. Despite missing six starters from their Euro 2024 winning squad, Spain's second goal came after a stunning 75-second, 25-pass move involving every single player.
Standout performers for Spain included Pedri, who delivered a Ballon d'Or-worthy display, and 18-year-old Lamine Yamal, who has been rejuvenated by his international call-up. Merino also continued his impressive form, scoring his sixth goal in just six Spain appearances, emerging as a key player in the absence of a true striker.
With this victory, Spain now sit just two matches away from equaling their all-time record of 29 competitive matches unbeaten. They have established themselves as the most exciting and devastating team in world football, and will be a major threat at next summer's World Cup.
