Former world champions Spain has defeated Albania to secure qualification for 2018 World cup in Russia. The Spanish national team got a convincing victory despite internal crises rocking the nation. Valencia attacker Rodrigo got the opener for the home team in the 16th minute of the game when he receives a brilliant pass inside the box from Isco, and beats the goalkeeper with a shot into the roof of the net.
Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke shows great vision to find Isco with a cheeky pass inside the box, and his first-time shot is precise and sails into the roof of the net making it 2-0.
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique was jeered by fans as Spain qualified for next summer's World Cup with a comfortable 3-0 home win over Albania. Pique said before the game he would not be driven out of the national team by fans opposed to his public support for the Catalonia independence referendum.
Jeers rang out from Spain fans each time the 30-year-old touched the ball in Alicante. Meanwhile, on other FIFA world cup qualifiers across Europe, Italy were held to frustrating 1-1 draw by a Pandev inspired Macedonia.Read more
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