Spain captain Sergio Ramos has set a new international record as Spain defeat Faroe Islands 4-1 in Friday's European Championship qualifying clash.
The Real Madrid defender went into the game tied with former Spain and Blancos team-mate Iker Casillas in international wins, with 121 victories since making his debut for the Roja back in 2005.
And with Friday's victory he now owns and set the record of highest number of victory with 122 victories in 164 appearances, setting a new benchmark in the history of international football.
Ramos opening the scoring for Spain after just five minutes, setting the tone for the encounter before former Manchester City man Jesus Navas extended the visitors' advantage to two goals shortly after, although the host did pull one back with their own strike on the half hour.
The host were then put to the site after they shot themselves in the foot as Teitur Gestsson netted past his own keeper to restore Spain's two-goal lead before Jose Gaya rounded it up for Spain.
The three points also leave La Roja, coached by Luis Enrique, in a dominant position looking forward to next year's finals in 12 cities across Europe.
Spain have now won all three of their qualifying fixtures, keeping them comfortably ahead of closest Group F rivals Sweden and Romania.
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