A formidable Spain thrashed debutants Niger 4-0 to be back in contention for a FIFA U-17 World Cup pre-quarterfinal berth from Group D yesterday. La Rojita's previous defeat against Brazil was painful for the UEFA U-17 champions, but in their second match, Spain passed the ball beautifully once again to leave Niger spellbound.

Spain skipper Abel Ruiz (right) celebrates with teammate Antonio Blanco after scoring his second goal during the FIFA U-17 World Cup match v Niger in Kochi yesterday. Pic/Getty Images