Alba took advantage of Asensio's gift to put Spain in front
Barcelona left-back Jordi Alba was responsible for opening the scoring in Russia just like he did against Costa Rica, sealing another great start for the Spaniards.
Spain came out at the Krestovski stadium eager to get ahead quickly in their final test of 2017. Lopetegui's men dominated possession and it was not long before they found the back of the net.
After nine minutes, Marco Asensio provided an inch-perfect cross for Jordi Alba to head home.