Spain aim to continue their flawless start to the 2026 World Cup qualifiers as they host Bulgaria at the Estadio José Zorrilla in Valladolid on Tuesday. Luis de la Fuente’s men sit comfortably atop Group E with nine points from three matches.
Their opponents, Bulgaria, are still searching for their first point of the campaign after a string of disappointing results. With the hosts in dominant form and the visitors struggling defensively, another one-sided contest could be on the cards in Valladolid.
| Bets | Status | Moneyline |
| Total Goals | Over 4.5 | -118 |
| Total Shots | Over 27.5 | -110 |
| Total Shots on Target | Over 10.5 | -143 |
| Total Corners | Under 9.5 | +110 |
| Total Cards | Under 3.5 | -417 |
| Spain Goalkeeper Total Saves | Over 1.5 | +185 |
| Bulgaria Goalkeeper Total Saves | Over 5.5 | +130 |
Spain enter the clash in top form, having recorded back-to-back clean-sheet victories over Bulgaria, Turkey, and Georgia. Yeremy Pino and Mikel Oyarzabal found the net in their most recent 2-0 win, extending La Roja’s streak of scoring twice or more in ten straight games.
De la Fuente will be without Dean Huijsen, Rodri, Dani Olmo, and Lamine Yamal, and Ferran Torres all sidelined through injuries. However, the coach may stick with the same XI that impressed in Elche, with Alex Baena and Pablo Barrios providing alternative midfield options if rotation is needed.
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Bulgaria’s qualification hopes are fading rapidly following heavy defeats to Spain, Georgia, and most recently Turkey, where they suffered a crushing 6-1 loss. New coach Aleksandar Dimitrov faces a tough task reviving morale after eight winless matches. The visitors will miss defender Emil Tsenov.
Kristian Dimitrov will likely step in to partner Rosen Bozhinov at centre-back. Ivan Turitsov could also start at right-back, while captain Kiril Despodov is expected to lead the attack once again. With defensive frailties and a lack of creativity, Bulgaria will need a disciplined performance to contain Spain’s attacking firepower.
It is expected to be a wide margin game and a goal-laden display, justifying the over 4.5 goals at -118 line. Spain have already produced 3–0 and 6–0 wins in the group, showing their offensive firepower. Indeed, the match data shows markets for Over 4.5 stand quite generous.
Bulgaria, meanwhile, have conceded at least two goals in seven straight matches, making them particularly vulnerable to heavy scorelines. Combined, Spain’s attacking rhythm and Bulgaria’s defensive weakness justify expecting a runaway contest under this total goals threshold.
Backing Mikel Oyarzabal to score anytime at -195 is supported by his recent run of form. He netted in Spain’s 2–0 win over Georgia, adding to his tally across qualifying fixtures. In the 3–0 opening win over Bulgaria, he also opened the scoring. Given his consistency in attack and favorable matchups versus a fragile Bulgarian defence, Oyarzabal is a logical anytime scorer pick.
The Pino score-or-assist anytime at -400 wager reflects his dual attacking threat. In Spain’s recent 2–0 over Georgia, Pino got on the scoresheet. Across La Roja’s campaigns, he is often involved in goal creation and finishing phases. With Spain expected to dominate possession and create chances en masse, Pino’s chances to either score or assist look compelling in this match setup.
| Picks | Moneyline |
| Mikel Oyarzabal to score first | +330 |
| Yeremy Pino to score anytime | -145 |
| Alex Baena to assist anytime | -200 |
| Mikel Merino to either score or assist | -310 |
| Andrian Kraev to see a card | +290 |
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Spain enter this fixture with three perfect qualifiers under their belt, having outscored opponents emphatically while keeping clean sheets. Bulgaria, by contrast, have shipped heavy defeats and are without a win in eight matches. They’ve registered a 6-1 loss to Turkey and a 3-0 loss in their previous Spain encounter.
Spain enter this fixture with three perfect qualifiers under their belt, having outscored opponents emphatically while keeping clean sheets. Bulgaria, by contrast, have shipped heavy defeats and are without a win in eight matches. They’ve registered a 6–1 loss to Turkey, and a 3-0 loss in previous Spain encounter.
The Spain vs Bulgaria UEFA World Cup qualifiers clash is on October 14, 2025, at the Jose Zorrilla Stadium, Valladolid, Spain.
Spain are favorites to win with a moneyline at -10000, to draw at +2500 and for Bulgaria to win at +5000.
Mikel Merino to score anytime: -115
Alex Baena to assist anytime: -160
Mikel Oyarzabal to either score or assist: -275
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