Mikel Merino bettered a feat previously achieved by David Silva and Isco in Spain 's 4-0 win over Bulgaria.

The Arsenal midfielder scored the opening two goals in Valladolid, before an own goal and a Mikel Oyarzabal penalty sealed another comfortable victory for Luis de la Fuente 's side.

Merino's first effort in the 4-0 victory saw him become the first Spanish midfielder to score at least five goals in a World Cup qualifying campaign since Silva and Isco netted five goals apiece in qualifying for the 2018 tournament.

However, Merino bettered the former Manchester City star and the Real Betis playmaker by netting a second to take his tally to six goals in four appearances in the qualifying campaign.

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As a result, the 29-year-old

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