Encounter between Turkey x Spain is looking to be one of those affairs where form goes out the window. Underway
Turkey’s been erratic, their displays yo-yoing from brilliant to questionable. Meanwhile, Spain’s scrapping through a tough stretch, their rearguard looking shaky.
Looking at past meetings, it’s a mixed bag. Turkey’s enjoyed the edge lately, but footy’s got a short memory.
For what it’s worth: Both sides’ve got problems. Turkey’s engine room’s sputtering, while Spain’s frontline lacks a spark.
Across the World Cup UEFA Qualification, this fixture carries added significance. The competition’s battle for continental qualification means every result matters, and both clubs know a statement win here could shift momentum in the table. Current performances in the World Cup UEFA Qualification suggests neither side can afford lapses, making this contest even more unmissable.
That said, there’s something about this one—perhaps, it’s the fixture where someone becomes a hero.
Final thought: This isn't just another fixture—it's prime-time football with implications at both ends of the table. Don't miss it.Turkey: Ugurcan Cakir, Mert Muldur, Merih Demiral, Abdulkerim Bardakci, Evren Eren Elmali, Ismail Yuksek, Hakan Calhanoglu, Yunus Akgun, Guler Arda, Kenan Yildiz, Muhammed Kerem Akturkoglu
Spain: Unai Simon, Pedro Porro, Robin Le Normand, Dean Donny Huijsen, Marc Cucurella, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, Pedri, Lamine Yamal Nasraqui Ebana, Mikel Oyarzabal, Nicholas Williams
Over the last meetings Turkey holds victories - 4, losses - 1 and draws - 0. Spain on the other hand holds the following results from the latest games: victories - 3, losses - 1 and draws - 1. Based on the games played we can assume that Turkey at the moment is in better form, in comparison to Spain.
Turkey: Georgia – (Win 2:3), Mexico – (Loss 1:0), USA – (Win 1:2), Hungary – (Win 0:3), Hungary – (Win 3:1).
Spain: Bulgaria – (Win 0:3), Portugal – (Loss 2:2), France – (Win 5:4), Netherlands – (Win 3:3), Netherlands – (Draw 2:2).