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Euro 2016: Two-time defending champs progress to last 16

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06-18-2016 13:14 BJT

Euro 2016 where two-time defending champs Spain would face Turkey in Group D. The Spaniards had not lost at this tournament since 2004 -- and had not lost to the Turks in 62 years. A win by the holders would keep those records in tact and also help Alvaro Morata and La Roja advance to the last 16.

The Juventus' striker opens the scoring in the 34th minute, as he skies to head home Nolito's cross. 1-0 for Spaniards .

Three minutes the Spanish on the attack when Nolito neatly tucks the ball home from close range after a poor clearing attempt falls at his feet.

Spain 3 - Turkey 0

Spain 3 - Turkey 0

Spain would grab a third right after the restart -- Andres Iniesta's delightful through pass picks out Jordi Alba and he unselfishly squares the ball for Morata to slot home from four yards.

3-0 is how it ends. The Spaniards' defensive record remains unblemished as the holders have now conceded a goal in only one of their last 11 games in the tournament.

"I am very happy that we played really well during the game. I am very satisfied with our team's performance including myself. We should keep our form and see what will happen in the next fixture. Now our team will focus on training , preparing for our last group match. Seeing that we can convey our football idea to our fans and bring them the joy of football really makes me happy," said Nolito, Spain Forward.

So that victory ensures a spot in last 16 for the Spaniards.They are top of the group with 6 points. Croatia sits second with four points after their 2-2 draw. The final games in the pool are set for Wednesday.

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