Spain vs Turkey prediction 18.11.2025 | World Cup qualification

Spain won their only World Cup in 2010, but since then, they have won two more European championships, including the one from the previous year. Spain cruised through the qualifications, sitting at the top of the group with all five wins. Luis de la Fuente's team is three points ahead of Turkey, but with significantly better goal difference, so Spain will play in the USA, Canada, and Mexico in 2026.

Spain are in impressive form, losing only one game in 2025. In the most recent outing, Spain won 4-0 on the road against Georgia. The guests ended the match with an outstanding xG of 3.52, while the home side had only 0.28 and couldn't get anything against the European side.

Spain's head coach, Luis de La Fuente, was very satisfied after another victory. He said, "Another reason that makes me proud of these players whom I have the honor of leading. We still have a road ahead of us. More things and achievements can be accomplished. And these are young players who do not stop developing."

Lamine Yamal, Rodri, and Pedri are unavailable for Tuesday's game. Also, the young defender Dean Huijsen is questionable, and his status for the upcoming clash is up in the air.

Turkey haven't played at the World Cup since 2002. However, it seems that the national team has been on the rise in the previous few years. Vincenzo Montella's team played well in the current campaign, having only one defeat in five matches. That is enough for the second place and the hope that Turkey can secure a place in the most prestigious tournament through the playoffs.

Turkey are on a run of three consecutive victories. In the previous game, Montella's team won 2-0 at home against Bulgaria. The home side completely outplayed their opponents and could easily score a few more goals.

After a convincing victory against Bulgaria, Turkey's head coach, Vincenzo Montella, talked about the upcoming match against Spain. He said, "Actually, it may not make a big difference in the standings, but it will be a very important match for us. Today, we also rested some of our players, and we have a very high chance of seeing those players in that match. No matter what formation we put on the field, we know that the competition within the team is high. We trust all our players, and regardless of the circumstances, we want to play our game there."

Turkey's Kaan Ayhan suffered an injury against Bulgaria and will not play on Tuesday in Sevilla. Also, Ismail Yuksek is suspended after another yellow card.