World Cup champion Spain is closing in on the quarterfinals of the Women’s European Championship after another statement victory. It routed Belgium 6-2 in Thun.

Striker Alexia Putellas scored twice for world champions Spain as they shook off a slow start to beat Belgium 6-2 in their Women's Euros Group B clash on Monday, a result that will guarantee the Spaniards' progress to the knockout stage if Portugal fail to beat Italy later in the day.

Between them, Spain and Belgium scored eight goals – matching three other games in the tournament’s history. England matched that record at Euro 2022 with an 8-0 victory over Norway. This match holds the record for the win by the biggest goal margin in Women’s Euros history.