Spain won comfortably in the final pre-World Cup match in Puebla, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring the opening goal two minutes later.
Published June 9, 2026
Spain ended their World Cup warm-up match with a comfortable 3-1 victory over Peru in Puebla, Mexico.
On Monday, Mikel Oyarzabal took the lead after just two minutes with a powerful shot from the edge of the area, setting the stage for a direct victory for one of the favorites to win the next tournament.
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Spain extended their lead to two points after the 30th minute with a cross from Ferran Torres and an empty net, and Spain added a third early in the second half when Yeremy Pino’s shot caused a mistake from goalkeeper Pedro Gallese, before Jairo Vélez’s low finish put Peru in the lead.
The World Cup begins on Thursday, with 2010 champions Spain opening on June 15 against Cape Verde.
World Cup enthusiasm was evident around Puebla’s stadium, with Spain kits dominating the stands alongside Barcelona kits, reflecting the club’s strong representation in Luis de la Fuente’s squad.
Although Peru supporters were outnumbered, they continued to make their voices heard throughout the night.
Pedri, Rodri and Ferran Torres drew the loudest cheers as fans started chanting and doing Mexican waves around the stadium.
Stalls selling World Cup merchandise lined the streets outside, but heavy security did little to dampen the festive atmosphere.
“This was a game to build momentum, and we were able to achieve exactly that,” Pedri told reporters. “I didn’t know they loved me so much here in Mexico.”
Oyarzabal’s opening goal extended his scoring streak against Spain to six consecutive games, and he said he hopes to reach a seven-game scoring streak once the World Cup starts.
“I’m happy. I want to do everything I can,” Oyarzabal said. “Things are working well for us because as a group we know what we have to do and we trust each other.”
De la Fuente hailed another convincing performance, but downplayed any suggestion that Spain were clear favorites.
“Being recognized as a favorite doesn’t guarantee anything,” he said. “We are confident in ourselves and the way we play, but there are many other national teams with the same quality and ability as us.”
