Barca Star’s Dazzling Rise Puts Him Shoulder To Shoulder With Spanish Legends

In a dominant performance that saw Spain sweep aside Georgia with a 4-0 victory in their 2026 World Cup qualifier, Barcelona forward Ferran Torres achieved a notable personal milestone. Torres’s well-taken goal against Georgia officially brought his total tally for the Spanish national team to 23. This achievement places the 25-year-old striker on par with two of Spanish football’s most revered figures: legendary striker Alfredo Di Stéfano and iconic defender Sergio Ramos.

This monumental milestone underscores Torres’s continuous growth and importance to the national setup. The accomplishment is not lost on the player himself, who acknowledged that he was “fully aware of” the milestone, viewing it as a profound reward for his dedication and hard work in the national team colors. His current position in the top ten goalscorers for La Roja affirms his place among the nation’s celebrated elite.

Pride in the Team’s Performance

Speaking in the aftermath of the comprehensive win, the Barcelona star radiated pride, emphasizing the collective effort of the squad. "It was a complete performance," Torres stated. "The whole team left the field with a very good feeling; we worked great together."

While the victory significantly strengthened Spain’s grip on the top spot in Group E, Torres maintained a focused, professional outlook regarding the qualification objective. "Although we are not yet mathematically sure of our place, we are focused on the final match. We will play to win the ticket, everything is in our hands," he affirmed, highlighting the team’s determination to finalize their campaign without relying on external results. The cohesive and clinical nature of the 4-0 performance against Georgia certainly supports his belief in the team’s ability to control their destiny.

Chasing Legends and Higher Ambitions

When asked directly about the prestigious milestone he had just equaled, Torres’s enthusiasm was palpable. He revealed the personal significance of drawing level with such footballing giants. “Of course I know that,” he said, adding: "It is really a dream to be in the top 10 of the team and to be on par with legends like Di Stéfano and Ramos."

Despite matching the records of two monumental figures, Torres made it clear that his ambition has not peaked. He remains hungry for more, signaling a long-term commitment to contributing goals for his country. "You can never stop being ambitious, so I will try to score more goals and continue to climb the rankings," he stated, setting his sights firmly on surpassing the current milestone and cementing a higher legacy within the Spanish national team.

The Final Push for World Cup Qualification

The impressive 4-0 triumph over Georgia continues Spain's commanding qualification run. While mathematical certainty is yet to be achieved, La Roja holds a substantial lead and a vastly superior goal difference over their nearest rivals, placing them on the very cusp of sealing a place at the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico.

The final fixture of the qualifying campaign pits Spain against Türkiye. That crucial match is scheduled to take place in Seville in the early morning hours of Wednesday (local time). With qualification essentially in the bag, Spain simply needs to avoid an improbable stumble to officially stamp their passport to the biggest football festival on the planet, bringing to a close a successful and high-scoring qualification journey, punctuated by Ferran Torres’s historic ascent up the goalscoring charts.