FIFA World Cup 2026: Turkey-Bulgaria and Spain-Georgia Matches in the Spotlight

Today, October 11, the European qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues its dynamic program, offering fans eight exciting matches. The focus is on important encounters involving both regional teams, such as Turkey, and European football giants, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

As reported by Baku.Ws citing the official UEFA schedule, today promises to be eventful. In Group E, one of the most anticipated clashes is the Turkish national team's away match against Bulgaria. This encounter, starting at 22:45 Baku time, will be of fundamental importance for both teams in the fight to advance from the group. In the same group, at the same time (22:45 Baku time), the Spanish national team will test Georgia's strength, which will also generate great interest among regional fans. Among other key matches: in Group F, Hungary will host Armenia (20:00), and Portugal will face Ireland (22:45). In Group I, Norway will battle Israel (20:00), and Estonia will host the reigning European champion - Italy (22:45). Finally, in Group K, Latvia will play against Andorra (17:00).

These matches are critically important stages on the road to the 2026 World Cup, which will be held for the first time in three countries (USA, Canada, Mexico) and will feature an expanded format with 48 participating teams. Every point, every goal scored today could be decisive in determining those who will receive the coveted tickets to the main football event of the four-year cycle.