Spain, Portugal, and Norway achieved significant victories during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, maintaining their perfect records. These wins bring them closer to securing their spots in the international tournament.
Spain’s Dominance Over Georgia
In Group E, Spain triumphed against Georgia with a score of 2-0. Yeremy Pino opened the scoring with a close-range shot, assisted by Robin Le Normand. Mikel Oyarzabal extended the lead with a powerful free-kick, marking a critical victory in Spain’s qualifying campaign.
Portugal’s Late Victory Against Ireland
Portugal secured a narrow 1-0 win against the Republic of Ireland in a tense match held in Lisbon. Rúben Neves scored the decisive goal in the 91st minute, securing all three points after a challenging day that saw Cristiano Ronaldo miss a penalty kick.
Norway’s Commanding Performance Against Israel
Norway delivered an impressive 5-0 victory over Israel in Group I. Erling Haaland starred by scoring a hat-trick, solidifying his position as the top scorer in the qualifiers with 12 goals from six matches. Norway remains undefeated in their pursuit of World Cup qualification.
Notable Matches from Matchday 7
Other Key Results
- Germany defeated Luxembourg 4-0, with Joshua Kimmich scoring twice.
- France overpowered Azerbaijan 3-0, led by Kylian Mbappé’s standout performance.
- Scotland made a strong comeback to beat Greece 3-1.
- Austria recorded a remarkable 10-0 victory against San Marino, the largest in their history.
Standings and Implications
These victories play a crucial role in the standings as teams vie for a chance to qualify for the World Cup. Spain, Portugal, and Norway each continue to perform impressively, making significant strides towards qualification.
As the qualifiers progress, fans eagerly await the next set of matches to see if these teams can maintain their winning momentum.
