Mikel Merino was Spain’s big name on Sunday (7), scoring a 6-0 hat-trick over Turkey, away from the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Spanish rule started early, with Pedri opening the scoring after 6 minutes. Merino marked the second at 22, after a beautiful pass exchange, and expanded in the first half, ensuring comfortable advantage before the break.
In the final stage, the European national team has no chance of reaction. Ferran Torres pulled a quick counterattack and made the room. Shortly thereafter, Merino completed his historic night with a precise kick from outside the area. Pedri still scored one more, closing the rout.
With the result, Spain reaches six points in two matches and leads group E. Already Turkey, which could not resist the speed and technique of visitors, remains with three points, the same score of Georgia, which defeated Bulgaria 3-0.
