Tunkara and Enzo Alves Join the Elite Ranks
Spain’s U-17 football team continues to shine as they secure their place in the next round of the European Championship qualifying stage, previously known as the Elite Round. This achievement was confirmed after a commanding 5-0 victory over Latvia on Saturday.
Tunkara and Alves Stand Out as Spain Advances
The young talents Ebrima Tunkara and Enzo Alves are quickly becoming prominent figures in Spanish football. Tunkara, at just 15 years old, showcased his skills yet again, while Alves took a backseat as a substitute this match.
Match Overview
- Date: Latest match held on Saturday
- Opposing Team: Latvia
- Score: Spain 5 – Latvia 0
Goal Scorers
- Roberto Tomás (Barcelona) – opened the scoring early in the match
- Ebrima Tunkara – netted his second goal for Spain in the second half
- Pesquer (Barcelona) – scored the third goal
- Santiago del Pino – added the fourth goal
- Tuk (Barcelona) – completed the scoreline with a header from a corner
The match began with a quick goal from Roberto Tomás, who took advantage of a loose ball in the box. Tunkara then demonstrated his remarkable talent, driving the ball to the edge of the area and delivering a powerful left-footed strike into the corner of the net.
Coach Sergio García made significant rotations, allowing various players to gain experience. Spain’s next encounter against Denmark is set for Tuesday, where the outcome will only determine the group standings.
This dominant performance confirms Spain’s position in the upcoming rounds, highlighting a promising generation led by players from prestigious academies like FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. Tunkara’s and Alves’ contributions will be crucial as they aim for success in the tournament.
