Our Spain vs Bulgaria Predictions provide match insights, head-to-head stats, and our forecast as the 2026 World Cup European Qualification continues this October.
Experience top-tier football as Spain faces Bulgaria in a 2026 FIFA World Cup UEFA qualifier at Estadio Municipal José Zorrilla in Valladolid on October 15, 2025.
Will La Roja move closer to securing a spot as part of the qualified teams at football’s biggest stage in North America next year?
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Spain vs Bulgaria: Match information
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers – UEFA, Group E
- Stadium: Estadio Municipal José Zorilla (Valladolid)
- Date: 15 Oct 2025 (Matchday 8)
Match Preview
Spain vs Bulgaria is one of the seven October 2025 UEFA Qualifiers fixtures.
La Roja remain unbeaten with six points in Group E and will be in prime shape to sustain their momentum in Valladolid.
Luis de la Fuente’s side has won three of its last four and seven of its last ten matches, including a 6-0 victory over Turkey on September 8, 2025.
Bulgaria is struggling, having lost five of its last six matches.
The Lions are on a three-game losing streak, including recent 0-3 defeats.
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Spain vs Bulgaria: Team Standings
Group E
| Position | Team | Matches Played | WIns | Draw | Losses | Points | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| 2 | Georgia | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | |
| 3 | Turkey | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | |
| 4 | Bulgaria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Form Guide
Spain
Bulgaria
Head-to-Head
| Date | Competition | Home team | Away Team | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2025 | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers (UEFA) | Spain | Bulgaria | ||
| September 5, 2025 | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers (UEFA) | Bulgaria | Spain | Spain | 3-0 |
| November 20, 2002 | International friendly | Spain | Bulgaria | Spain | 1-0 |
| June 24, 1998 | FIFA World Cup 1998 | Spain | Bulgaria | Spain | 6-1 |
| June 9, 1996 | EURO 1996 | Spain | Bulgaria | Draw | 1-1 |
| December 18, 1985 | International Friendly | Spain | Bulgaria | Spain | 2-0 |
| May 21, 1933 | International Friendly | Spain | Bulgaria | Spain | 13-0 |
Source: Transfermarkt
Spain has won five of their six head-to-head matches against Bulgaria.
La Roja’s biggest win came in their first-ever meeting, a 13-0 rout in an international friendly on May 21, 1933.
The two teams have combined for 28 goals, with Spain scoring 26 in this lopsided matchup.
Bulgaria, in contrast, managed only a 1-1 draw in a EURO 1996 match on June 9, 1996.
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Last World Cup
Spain has been a consistent World Cup contender, having qualified for 12 straight tournaments.
La Roja won the World Cup in 2010 but has not reached the Round of 16 since.
Spain last missed the World Cup in 1974, a scenario unlikely for De la Fuente’s men.
Bulgaria has missed the last six World Cups.
The last time The Lions reached the main tournament was in 1998, when they were eliminated in the group stage and finished 22nd.
Players to Watch
Spain (La Roja)
| Player | Position | Matches Played | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mikel Merino | Midfielder | 2 | 4 |
| Pedri | Midfielder | 2 | 2 |
| Marc Cucurella | Defender | 2 | 1 |
Source: ESPN
Spain vs Bulgaria Predictions: Another La Roja rout
Spain 4-0 Bulgaria
Expect Spain to dominate, with several factors in its favor.
La Roja’s depth, strong H2H record, and home advantage point to a likely big win.
Bulgaria’s poor form and previous mismatches may be too much to overcome.
The Lions may score, but an upset is highly unlikely.
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What’s Next?
Spain: Visit Tbilisi for the Georgia vs Spain match on 16 Nov 2025.
Bulgaria: Visit Bursa for the Turkey vs Bulgaria match on 16 Nov 2025.
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