Overview
- Martin Zubimendi scored Spain’s second goal, completed the full match and recorded over 90% pass accuracy, according to Sofascore.
- Luis de la Fuente started Zubimendi alongside Mikel Merino and Fabián Ruiz as Spain controlled midfield in the qualifying clincher.
- Mundo Deportivo, Marca and El Desmarque praised Zubimendi’s display, describing him as the team’s anchor in Rodri’s injury absence.
- Coverage highlighted his defensive contribution, including support work against Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, as part of a dominant all-round performance.
- Arsenal’s summer signing from Real Sociedad finished unscathed, with Merino withdrawn around the 63rd minute, while separate reports note injuries to Riccardo Calafiori and Gabriel Magalhaes during the break.