ALL GOALS: Spain vs Croatia | UEFA Nations League

  • The World Champions secured a home victory at Sevilla FC’s stadium, earning their second win of the European tournament. Both victories have come against tough opponents.

Spain Thrash Luka Modrić’s Croatia in Seville to Maintain Perfect Start in the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League+


Spain defeated Croatia 4-1 at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán to claim their second victory in the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League. Lamine Yamal was the star of the match, scoring twice and providing an assist, while Marc Pubill and Nico Williams also found the net to complete the rout.


A TIGHT START TO THE MATCH

The scoreline changed as early as the second minute. Spain put together a quick passing move, with Lamine Yamal receiving the ball near the edge of the box. The Barcelona winger cut inside and curled a well-placed shot past Dominik Livaković to give Spain an early 1-0 lead.

Croatia responded in the 28th minute when Ivan Perišić delivered a cross from the left and Dion Beljo rose above the defense to head the ball home and make it 1-1.

Spain responded just three minutes later. In the 31st minute, Lamine Yamal played a short corner before receiving the ball back and delivering a precise cross into the box. Marc Pubill arrived from deep and headed the ball into the net to restore Spain's lead at 2-1.


YAMAL'S BRACE AND A STUNNING GOAL FROM NICO

Spain continued to control the game after halftime and extended their lead in the 63rd minute. Pedri spotted Lamine Yamal's run and threaded a pass through to the forward, who raced toward Livaković before calmly finishing to make it 3-1. The Barcelona star had completed his brace.

With Croatia searching for a way back into the match, Nico Williams put the game beyond doubt in the 89th minute. The winger picked up the ball on the left, took on his defender, accelerated past him and unleashed a powerful shot that beat Livaković once again to make it 4-1.

The victory gives Spain six points from their opening two matches and extends La Roja's unbeaten run to 40 consecutive games.


THE KEYS TO SPAIN'S VICTORY

  • LAMINE YAMAL MADE THE DIFFERENCE: The Barcelona forward was decisive with two goals and an assist, leading Spain's attack and punishing Croatia at crucial moments.
  • CLINICAL FINISHING IN THE FINAL THIRD: Spain made the most of their chances in front of Dominik Livaković's goal, turning their opportunities into goals, particularly after Croatia pulled level.
  • CONTROL AFTER HALFTIME: La Roja maintained control in the second half, found the 3-1 through Lamine Yamal, and sealed the victory with Nico Williams' late goal.

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