The first round of focus match of Group E of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers arrived. Spain, who went to play away, finally defeated Bulgaria 3-0 with goals from Oyarzabal, Cucurella and Merino.

Five minutes into the match, Yamal dribbled past the defense and passed the ball back to Martin Suvemendi, who then passed it directly into the penalty area. Oyarzabal then immediately connected with a shot to score, giving Spain a dream start of 1-0. In the 12th minute, Spain created another attacking opportunity. Oyarzabal took the ball and shot low from the penalty area, but the ball was directly saved by Bulgarian goalkeeper Vosov.

In the 19th minute, Bulgaria attempted a counterattack. Kirillov dribbled into the penalty area and shot, but the ball hit the post. In the 21st minute, Yamal received a pass from his teammate in the penalty area and shot, but the opponent cleared it.

In the 30th minute, Yamal's pass was cleared, and Cucurella in the penalty area got the ball and shot it in, helping Spain continue to lead Bulgaria 2-0. In the 38th minute, Yamal took a corner kick, and Merino jumped up and headed the ball into the goal, helping Spain extend its lead to 3-0.

In the 42nd minute, Merino received a pass from Oyarzabal in the penalty area and made a low shot, but the Bulgarian defender Stenov in front of the goal immediately blocked the ball.

At the start of the second half, Spain replaced Lenormand with Pau Kowalsi. In the 48th minute, Nico Williams passed the ball to Yamal, who shot, but his shot was blocked by Bulgarian goalkeeper Vosov. In the 52nd minute, Merino received the ball from the top of the penalty area and took a long shot, but it hit the post and bounced out.

In the 63rd minute, Yamal took a corner kick, and Rodri shot directly from the top of the penalty area, but unfortunately the ball was intercepted by Bulgarian goalkeeper Vosov. In the 67th minute, Rodri passed the ball, and Nico Williams received the ball and shot wide.

In the 78th minute, Rodri seized the ball and organized an attack, but Olmo's cross was cleared by the opponent.

In the end, Spain defeated Bulgaria 3-0 away.