TIPS - Spain VS Turkiye

[(Spain) Strength]:
1. Spain are playing at home in this match, and a victory would secure their direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup as group leaders. Currently leading with a perfect record, the team are determined to win to continue their strong performance and consolidate their top position.
2. Spain's recent overall form has been excellent, having achieved 5 consecutive wins in this World Cup qualification.
3. Spain's performance at home has always been reliable, with 7 wins and 2 draws in their last 9 international home matches.
4. Spain's offense is in fiery form, having scored 19 goals in 5 matches of this World Cup qualifying campaign, averaging nearly 4 goals per game. Their powerful attacking lineup can continuously exert immense pressure on the opponents' defense.
5. Spain's defensive performance is equally impressive, keeping all clean sheets in 5 matches of this World Cup qualifying campaign. Their defensive system is well-organized, with excellent individual ability and teamwork in defense.
6. Spain hold an overwhelming advantage in historical head-to-head matches against Turkiye, winning all of their last 5 encounters. In their previous qualifying match, Spain defeated Turkiye 6-0 away from home.

[(Spain) Weakness]:
1. Spain's current squad is affected by injuries, with key midfielders Rodri, winger Lamine Yamal, and Nico Williams all absent due to injuries. Defender Daniel Carvajal was also not selected.
2. Spain won only 3 wins in their last 10 matches in AH, and won only 1 win in their last 3 qualifying matches in AH.

[(Turkiye) Strength]:
1. Turkiye defeated Bulgaria 2-0 in the previous qualifying round, extending their winning streak in the qualifiers to 3 matches, with a record of 4 wins and 1 loss, showing very strong performance.
2. Turkiye have won both of their last 2 away qualifying matches and 4 of their last 5 away games, demonstrating decent performance on away field.
3. Turkiye have shown good offensive performance in this qualifying campaign, scoring 15 goals in the past 5 matches, averaging 3 goals per game.
4. Turkiye won 6 of their last 10 matches in AH and won both of their last 2 away matches in AH.

[(Turkiye) Weakness]:
1. Turkiye are currently 3 points behind Spain, ranking second in the group, but the huge gap in goal difference makes it difficult for them to pull off a miracle. The team have secured a playoff spot, and their motivation to win this match is not strong.
2. Turkiye's defensive stability is poor, having conceded 10 goals in the past 5 qualifying matches, averaging 2 goals per game. Their defensive quality urgently needs improvement.
3. Turkiye have suffered 5 consecutive losses against Spain, with their most recent qualifying match ending in a 0-6 home defeat, highlighting the clear gap in strength.

[Tips]:
Although Turkiye have been in good form recently and possess decent offensive firepower, there is still a significant gap in overall strength compared to Spain, especially in terms of defensive performance, which has been unsatisfactory.

Spain have demonstrated strong dominance in this qualifying campaign, leading the group with a perfect record of five wins and five clean sheets. Offensively, they have scored 19 goals in 5 matches, averaging nearly 4 goals per game, which is an impressive efficiency.

Although Spain are currently facing some injury issues, including the absence of key players such as Rodri and Yamal, their squad depth is sufficient to cope, and the team have consistently performed steadily at home.

Historical head-to-head data also strongly favors Spain.

Considering all aspects, the prospect of Spain winning by more than two goals at home in this match is very optimistic.

[Recommended]:
Spain (-1.5/2)