Overview
- Mikel Oyarzabal struck in the fifth minute before Marc Cucurella and Mikel Merino added first‑half goals to settle the match in Sofia.
- Martin Zubimendi provided the through ball for Oyarzabal’s opener, and Lamine Yamal’s corner set up Merino’s header after a deflected Yamal cross led to Cucurella’s finish.
- Coach Luis de la Fuente reintroduced Rodri and Dani Carvajal for their first Spain appearances in months following serious knee injuries, and Jesus Rodriguez debuted late on.
- Spain controlled possession and chance creation throughout, with multiple outlets reporting a lopsided shot count and expected‑goals edge for La Roja.
- Spain top Group E after the win and travel to Turkey on Sunday in their next qualifier following Turkey’s victory over Georgia.