Spain vs Bulgaria Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

The previous confrontation between these teams ended in favour of La Roja.

The Spain national football team are ready to lock horns with the Bulgaria national football team for their next FIFA World Cup qualifier match for the European region. José Zorrilla Stadium is all set to witness an interesting contest.

La Roja are coming in after securing an easy 2-0 win over Georgia in their previous World Cup qualifying game. It was a dominating show by the Spain national football team.

They will be looking to continue their winning run. The Spaniards will be at home for their upcoming game, and it is going to be a big advantage for them.

𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗴𝗼!✌️ Volvemos al trabajo para preparar el duelo ante Bulgaria.🔜 Valladolid.#VamosEspaña | #CopaMundialFIFA pic.twitter.com/YlGxmeaeOd

— Selección Española Masculina de Fútbol (@SEFutbol) October 12, 2025

The Bulgaria national football team have not been able to perform well in the ongoing FIFA World Cup qualifiers. They are coming in after facing a dominating defeat at the hands of Turkey in their last fixture. Bulgaria will be away from home, keeping them under immense pressure from the start.

Kick-off:

• Location: Valladolid, Spain
• Stadium: José Zorrilla Stadium
• Date: Wednesday, October 15
• Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST (Tuesday, Oct 14; 06:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
• Referee: Willy Delajod
• VAR: In use

Form:

Spain: W-L-W-W-W

Bulgaria: D-L-L-L-L

Players to Watch

Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain)

Mikel Oyarzabal is coming in after securing a win against the Spain national football team in his previous fixture. The 28-year-old has performed well for La Roja and will be looking to continue his form. He will be keen on finding the net yet again for his side and be a problem for the opponent’s defence.

Radoslav Kirilov (Bulgaria)

The 33-year-old will be looking to step up his game if he wants to help his side in the attacking front. The upcoming game is going to be a tough task, but a strong performance by Radoslav Kirilov can be beneficial for the Bulgaria national football team. He scored a goal in the last game for his side, but it was not enough.

Match Facts

• Bulgaria have never been able to secure a win against La Roja.
• Spain are on a three-match winning streak.
• The Spaniards have secured three clean sheets in all of their last three matches.

Spain vs Bulgaria: Betting Tips and Odds

• Spain to win @1/40 Spread ex
• Mikel Oyarzabal to score @4/1 bet365
• Goals over 3.5 @4/9 Ladbrokes

Injury and Team News

Lamine Yamal and Rodri will not be in action for Spain as they are injured.

Bulgaria have all their players ready and fit to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 6

Spain won: 5

Bulgaria won: 0

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

Spain predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Raya (GK); Porro, Le Normand, Cubarsí, Cucurella; Merino, Zubimendi, Pedri; Torres, Oyarzabal, Pino

Bulgaria predicted lineup (4-4-1-1)

Mitov (GK); Popov, Hristov, Bozhinov, Petrov; Petkov, Stoyanov, Kraev, Kirilov; Chochev; Despodov

Match Prediction

La Roja will be gunning for another win here, while the visitors will be low on confidence. The Spain national football team are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Bulgaria in their upcoming World Cup qualifier.

Prediction: Spain 5-0 Bulgaria

Telecast Details

India: Star Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK: Prime Video UK

USA: Disney+, Fox Sports, Fubo TV, ViX

For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Telegram.