TIPS - Turkiye VS Spain

[(Turkiye) Strength]:
1. Turkiye narrowly won their last World Cup qualification (UEFA) match 3-2 away against Georgia. They now have 3 points, tying with Spain at the top of the group. This direct confrontation with Spain will determine who have the early advantage in the race to qualify. Head coach Vincenzo Montella stated that the team have no fear at home and hope to gain a favorable position in the group with this victory.
2. Turkiye forward Kerem Akturkoglu scored a brace in the last qualifier, helping his side win 3-2 over Georgia and take 3 points.
3. Turkiye recorded 2 wins and 1 loss in the last 3 games, indicating decent form. They won 3-2 over Georgia away from home in the last qualifier, taking 3 points smoothly.
4. Turkiye were unbeaten with 3 wins and 1 draw in the last 4 home games, showcasing remarkable home performances.
5. Turkiye won 4 of the last 5 games in AH, demonstrating outstanding winning strength.
6. Turkiye's tactics are quite flexible. They can create opportunities through teamwork in positional play and also pose a threat with quick counterattacks. Their offense relies heavily on the individual ability of their forwards, while their defense requires close cooperation between center-backs and full-backs.

[(Turkiye) Weakness]:
1. Turkiye striker Baris Yilmaz will miss this battle due to a red card ban.
2. Turkiye conceded 11 goals in the last 10 games, boasting poor defense.

[(Spain) Strength]:
1. As the European champions, Spain hope to continue their undefeated record. Head coach Luis de la Fuente emphasized that every match is a final and that his team are ready. They are aware of Turkiye's strength at home but remain confident, hoping to secure all three points in this crucial match to solidify their leading position in the group.
2. Spain full-back Dani Carvajal recovered from his ACL tear. His return boosted Spain's strength.
3. Spain secured a 3-0 win over Bulgaria in the last World Cup qualification (UEFA) match, thanks to Mikel Oyarzabal, Marc Cucurella, and Mikel Merino's goals.
4. Spain remained undefeated with 7 wins and 3 draws in the last 10 games across all competitions, indicating excellent form. In the last World Cup qualification (UEFA) match, they won 3-0 over Bulgaria on the road, taking all 3 points easily.
5. Spain were unbeaten with 3 wins and 2 draws in the last 5 away games, performing well on the road.
6. Spain won the last 4 encounters between both sides, having the upper hand.
7. The AH line is -1.00 for the away team in this game, which is in favor of Spain.
8. Spain's core philosophy is based on ball possession, emphasizing controlling the pace of the game through passing. Their players have exquisite technical skills and broad vision, and they can break through the opponent's defense with short passing combinations.

[(Spain) Weakness]:
1. There are starters injured in Spain's squad. Barcelona midfielder Gavi, Crystal Palace midfielder Yeremy Pino, and Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz have all withdrawn from the squad due to injury, which will have a certain impact on the team's squad depth.
2. Spain conceded 10 goals in the last 5 games, boasting mediocre defense.

[Tips]:
Turkiye recorded 2 wins and 1 loss in the last 3 games, indicating decent form.

Spain remained undefeated with 7 wins and 3 draws in the last 10 games across all competitions, indicating excellent form.

Besides, Spain won the last 4 encounters between both sides, having the upper hand.

The AH line is -1.00 for the away team in this game, which is in favor of Spain.

Overall, Spain boast superior strength and have been in better recent form, but Turkiye also have a certain ability to counterattack.

Therefore, Spain are expected to win this away match, taking 3 points.

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