Madrid, Sept. 9 -- Spain is only two matches into its FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, but Luis de la Fuente's side already looks like one of the clear favorites for next summer's finals.
The reigning European champion has taken a major step toward qualification after winning what were arguably its two toughest fixtures - away to Bulgaria and Turkey.
Even more impressive has been the manner of those victories. Spain hit three past Bulgaria before routing Turkey 6-0 in the traditionally hostile atmosphere of Konya on Sunday.
De la Fuente has built a team that appears complete across the pitch. Dean Huijsen has slotted into central defense with the assurance of a veteran, while full-backs Marc Cucurella and Pedro Porro provide pace and ...