Spain coach Julen Lopetegui said it was mission accomplished for his side after seeing them end a "tough and difficult" week with a place in the World Cup finals
Spain coach Julen Lopetegui said it was mission accomplished for his side after seeing them end a "tough and difficult" week with a place in the World Cup finals. With nearest rivals Italy only able to draw at home to Macedonia, Spain assured first place in Group G after brushing aside Albania 3-0 in the penultimate round of matches. The result was never in doubt after Rodrigo, Isco and Thiago all scored during a devastating opening 30 minutes. Lopetegui said: "We've qualified for the World Cup, which was our primary objective. It's been a tough and difficult week and fortunately we had a great first half."
Spain's Rodrigo Moreno celebrates a goal v Albania in Alicante on Saturday. Pic/AFP
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Meanwhile, goalscorer Giorgio Chiellini urged Italy fans to remain behind their nation as the Azzurri head into the uncertainty of the World Cup qualifying play-offs. Supporters turned against the players and national head coach Giampiero Ventura as Macedonia were allowed to force a 1-1 draw.
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