{"id":6471,"date":"2025-10-15T15:12:59","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T12:12:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/tz\/news\/?p=6471"},"modified":"2025-10-15T15:12:59","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T12:12:59","slug":"spain-crushes-bulgaria-4-0-to-stay-perfect-in-world-cup-qualifiers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/tz\/news\/spain-crushes-bulgaria-4-0-to-stay-perfect-in-world-cup-qualifiers\/","title":{"rendered":"Spain Crushes Bulgaria 4\u20130 to Stay Perfect in World Cup Qualifiers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Spain\u2019s flawless march toward its 13th consecutive FIFA World Cup qualification continued with a commanding 4\u20130 win over Bulgaria<\/strong> at Valladolid\u2019s Estadio Jos\u00e9 Zorrilla. The result left La Roja<\/strong> top of Group E, while Bulgaria\u2019s faint hopes were extinguished after yet another humbling defeat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dominant from the Start<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Spain were on the front foot right from kickoff, with \u00c1lex Baena and Pedri<\/strong> testing Bulgarian goalkeeper Svetoslav Vutsov<\/strong>, who was one of eight changes following Bulgaria\u2019s 6\u20131 thrashing by Turkey. Despite Spain\u2019s relentless possession, Bulgaria held on until Mikel Merino<\/strong> broke the deadlock 10 minutes before halftime with a clinical header from a Robin Le Normand<\/strong> assist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Merino the Hero Again<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

La Roja doubled their advantage soon after the break. Borja Iglesias<\/strong> had multiple chances to score, but it was Merino who delivered again, rising high to meet Alejandro Grimaldo\u2019s<\/strong> cross and heading home his second of the night. The midfielder\u2019s performance was a masterclass in timing, positioning, and composure \u2014 traits that make him a crucial part of Luis de la Fuente\u2019s<\/strong> setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Late Drama and Own Goal Misery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bulgaria\u2019s misery deepened when Atanas Chernev<\/strong>, making his international debut, deflected Baena\u2019s cross into his own net. Moments later, another debutant, Martin Georgiev<\/strong>, brought down Merino in the box, gifting Mikel Oyarzabal<\/strong> a penalty that he dispatched with ease. The win means Spain has now scored 15 goals without conceding<\/strong> in the qualifiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bulgaria\u2019s Nightmare Run<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For Bulgaria, this was their fifth consecutive defeat<\/strong>, with a dismal aggregate scoreline of 20\u20131<\/strong>. The rebuilding project under Aleksandar Dimitrov<\/strong> looks far from successful. Defensive lapses, poor communication, and lack of attacking sharpness continue to haunt the Lavovete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spain on Course for Qatar Glory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Spain\u2019s clinical efficiency and depth of talent suggest it remains one of the world\u2019s best-drilled teams. With stars like Pedri<\/strong>, Oyarzabal<\/strong>, and Merino<\/strong> in red-hot form, their path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup<\/strong> seems all but secured. For Tanzanian football fans, Spain\u2019s tactical dominance is an inspiring example of how technical brilliance and team discipline can consistently deliver results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Spain\u2019s 4\u20130 demolition of Bulgaria wasn\u2019t just another qualifier win \u2014 it was a statement of intent. With their perfect record intact and performances improving every match, La Roja<\/strong> are showing why they remain a powerhouse of world football.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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