Spain secures 3-1 victory over Peru in final World Cup tune-up
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 4:42 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Spain achieved a 3-1 victory against Peru in a friendly match held on June 8, 2026, in Puebla, Mexico. Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring in the second minute, followed by a goal from Pedri in the 32nd minute. An own goal by Pedro Gallese shortly after halftime extended Spain's lead to 3-0 before Jairo Velez scored a consolation for Peru in the 66th minute. This match served as Spain's last preparation before their World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15.
- •Spain wins 3-1 against Peru in Puebla
- •Oyarzabal and Pedri score, Gallese nets own goal
- •Last friendly before World Cup opener on June 15
- •Peru did not qualify for the World Cup
- 4:42 AMYahoo Sports — Spain beat Peru 3-1 to head into World Cup on high
"Spain gave a taste of what makes them one of the World Cup favourites with a 3-1 win over Peru on Monday in their final friendly before the showpiece kicks off.The 18-year-old Yamal and fellow winger Nico Williams are expected to be available for Spain's World Cup opener against debutants Cape Verde on June 15.
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