Spain’s national football team entered their international friendly against Peru as overwhelming favorites, using the match as their final preparation before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With the tournament only days away, head coach Luis de la Fuente viewed the contest as an opportunity to fine-tune his squad after recent draws against Egypt and Iraq.
Peru, led by Mano Menezes, arrived in Puebla looking to test a rebuilding team against one of the world’s strongest sides. Spain was also without star wingers Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams due to minor injury concerns, while Peru traveled without several key attacking options.
Spain vs Peru First-Half Analysis
Spain took control almost immediately at Estadio Cuauhtémoc. Just one minute into the match, Pau Cubarsí delivered a precise pass forward, and Mikel Oyarzabal calmly finished past Pedro Gallese to make it 1–0.
Despite enjoying only 23 percent possession, Spain remained highly effective whenever it regained the ball. Peru controlled long stretches through midfield but struggled to create clear opportunities against Spain’s organized defensive shape.
The second goal arrived in the 31st minute when Ferran Torres found Pedri, who finished confidently to double the lead.
Peru managed more total shots during the half, with Jhonny Vidales and Adrián Ugarriza attempting to test Unai Simón. However, Spain’s defense limited the danger inside the penalty area.
First-Half Statistics
Score: Spain 2–0 Peru
Possession: Spain 23% – 77% Peru
Shots on Goal: Spain 2 – 1 Peru
Total Shots: Spain 4 – 5 Peru
Fouls: Spain 3 – 0 Peru
Spain entered halftime with a comfortable lead and looked on course to complete their World Cup preparations with a confidence-boosting victory.
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