Spain also defeated Georgia in the World Cup qualifiers and remains flawless in the campaign. Moreover, the European champions have not conceded a single goal yet.
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Spain’s dominance in international football continues to draw admiration from opponents, coaches, and the media alike.
Their latest 2–0 victory over Georgia in the World Cup qualifiers once again underlined the gap in class between La Roja and many of their rivals. For Georgia’s head coach Willy Sagnol, there was little to analyze after the defeat, as he admitted his team had simply been outclassed.
“There’s not much to say. They play on another level. We did our best, but when Spain reach this standard, you don’t stand a chance. You have to accept that they play football from another planet,” Sagnol confessed during the post-match press conference.
Spain’s superiority was not just about the scoreline, but about the sheer volume and quality of their attacking play. They registered 24 attempts on goal, compared to just one from Georgia. Even though several chances went begging, the European champions still found the breakthrough twice, securing another three points and moving closer to qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
One of the main talking points once again was Pedri. The 22-year-old Barcelona midfielder has become the symbol of this new Spanish generation, combining elegance, vision, and intelligence beyond his years. Sagnol could not hide his admiration: “When you look at him, it’s as if he could fly away if the wind blew hard. He’s as light as a feather. So smart, and one of the best midfielders in the world.”
Pedri’s influence is being noticed not only by opponents but also by top coaches around Europe. Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique, who previously coached Spain and knows the player well from his time at Barcelona, even compared him to a character of fantasy. “I just hope he doesn’t bring his magic wand,” Enrique once joked, likening Pedri’s ability to Harry Potter.
The Spanish press has also joined in the chorus of praise. Sport highlighted Pedri’s leadership qualities despite his young age, drawing comparisons to a legend of Spanish football. “At 22, Pedri is leading an exceptional generation. His charisma reminds us of Andrés Iniesta, but the Tenerife-born star is only 22. His career has only just begun,” the paper wrote.
But the admiration is not limited to individuals. The collective strength of Spain as a team is being widely acknowledged. AS emphasized how even when Spain are not at their most clinical in front of goal, they remain capable of dominating opponents and sealing victories. “A little bit of Spain is already enough. Short and powerful. Even on a day when things didn’t go their way in front of goal, the national team still won, bringing the 2026 World Cup ticket a step closer.”
Marca echoed these sentiments, focusing on the aura of inevitability surrounding Spain’s performances. “That cannot be denied. The best part is that opponents accept the displays of good play and efficiency that they show match after match. The numbers and the feeling speak for themselves.” The newspaper pointed out that Spain’s current trajectory began with their Nations League triumph in Rotterdam in 2023. Even though they stumbled in the penalty shootout against Portugal in Munich last June, losing the Nations League final, the momentum has hardly been interrupted.
The statistics underline just how remarkable Spain’s run has been. La Furia Roja are now unbeaten in 28 consecutive matches, just one short of their historic record of 29 games without defeat between 2010 and 2013 the golden era when they dominated world football with two European Championships and a World Cup. Only three nations in history have managed longer unbeaten streaks: Italy with 31 games, Senegal with 35, and Morocco with 38.
AS reflected on the significance of such numbers, while acknowledging that they will ultimately be judged by their performance on the grandest stage. “Some will say these numbers mean nothing if we fail at the World Cup, but it is better to begin such a stormy voyage with the wind at your back.”
There is also another milestone within Spain’s reach. If they score at least twice in their upcoming qualifier against Bulgaria, they will equal a remarkable record: scoring two or more goals in ten consecutive matches. This has only happened three times before in Spanish football history in 1999, 2010, and 2017. Achieving it again would further emphasize the attacking firepower of this team, led by the likes of Pedri, Gavi, Morata, and emerging talents across the frontline.
The combination of youthful brilliance and collective maturity has positioned Spain as one of the leading contenders for the next World Cup. While rivals acknowledge their superiority, the Spanish camp remains focused on maintaining momentum and building confidence ahead of the tournament. For now, the message from opponents like Sagnol is clear: facing Spain feels like facing a team from another planet.
Updated: 04:05, 12 Oct 2025
