Spain are odds-on to secure their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they face Türkiye on the final matchday of Group E.
The European champions boast a three-point lead over their upcoming opponents, but their vastly superior goal difference means even a rare defeat for La Roja here almost certainly won’t be enough for Türkiye to snatch their place at next summer’s tournament.
Luis de la Fuente’s side maintained their 100% record in qualifying by thumping Georgia 4–0 at the weekend, while Türkiye kept their very slim hopes of topping the group alive by beating Bulgaria 2–0.
The visitors’ only defeat of qualifying so far arrived in the reverse fixture, when Spain produced an imperious showing in a remarkable 6–0 rout. Success elsewhere means Vincenzo Montella’s men are guaranteed a spot in the playoffs, which will take place next March.
Only a 14-goal swing on Tuesday will see the visitors usurp their hosts.
Here is guide to this World Cup qualifier.
