Spain Thrash Turkey 6-0 in World Cup Qualifier
Spain dominated Turkey 6-0 in a World Cup qualifier, with Mikel Merino scoring a hat-trick. They showcased their attacking prowess and quality.
Injury clouded the positives for Spain when Nico Williams was forced off in the 44th minute...
Mikel Merino's hat-trick inspired Spain to a resounding 6-0 victory over Turkey in their FIFA World Cup Qualifying Group E match. This impressive win showcases Spain's quality and depth, as they recorded their 11th clean sheet in their last 15 away matches at this stage.
Pedri broke the deadlock just six minutes into the game, effortlessly beating Hakan Çalhanoğlu before firing a precise shot into the bottom corner. This early goal set the tone for Spain's dominant performance, silencing the Konya Büyükşehir Belediye Stadium crowd.
Spain's win was marked by moments of supreme quality, with their players showcasing clinical finishing and exceptional teamwork. This victory demonstrates Spain's strength and consistency, solidifying their position in Group E.
Eren Elmalı's effort came agonizingly close to sparking an immediate response for Turkey, but Spain continued to press forward. Just 22 minutes in, Spain scored a beautifully crafted second goal. Marc Cucurella's low cross into the box was met with swift interplay, culminating in Mikel Merino's composed, first-time finish. This goal showcased Spain's attacking prowess and precision passing.
Just as Spain seemed in control, they had a scare when Unai Simón palmed away a fierce Kenan Yıldız strike. Lamine Yamal then had a golden opportunity to score but blazed his shot over the bar. Uğurcan Çakır made a crucial save on Nico Williams, and despite Yamal's impressive solo run, he couldn't find the net.
Injury clouded the positives for Spain when Nico Williams was forced off in the 44th minute. However, Spain ended the first half on a high note with Pedri setting up Mikel Merino for his second goal, another clinical finish. This goal capped off a dominant first half for Spain.
After the break, Turkey's goalkeeper Çakır made a brilliant save to deny Ferran Torres. However, Torres didn't wait long to score, celebrating his 50th Spain appearance with a clinical finish. He rounded off a swift counter-attack that began with his own header, showcasing his skill and composure in front of goal.
Mikel Merino then sealed his hat-trick with a spectacular strike from outside the box. Given space to operate, he curled the ball beautifully into the top corner, demonstrating his exceptional technique and power. This goal further solidified Spain's dominance and showcased Merino's skill as a goal-scorer.
🏁 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗡 𝗞𝗢𝗡𝗬𝗔.
— Selección Española Masculina de Fútbol (@SEFutbol) September 7, 2025
De esos partidos que no se olvidan jamás.
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La Roja maintained their relentless pace, with Mikel Oyarzabal expertly laying off the ball to Pedri, who scored Spain's third goal in just nine minutes. This display of skill and teamwork further solidified Spain's dominance on the pitch.
Jorge de Frutos made his debut and nearly contributed an assist when Fermín López's shot was deflected behind by Merih Demiral. Although he didn't quite set up the goal, his introduction added fresh momentum to the Spanish side.
This resounding victory extended Spain's unbeaten run to over two years in 90-minute matches, showcasing their consistency and prowess. With this win, Spain took a three-point lead at the top of WCQ Group E, having played just two matches. Meanwhile, Turkey suffered a humiliating first defeat in four competitive matches but still holds hope of reaching the finals for the second time in their history.
🤩 Yo también estaría así de radiante.
— Selección Española Masculina de Fútbol (@SEFutbol) September 7, 2025
¡¡ENHORABUENA, @mikelmerino1!!
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