Yamal on Target as Spain Hold Off Czech Republic
Lamine Yamal opened the scoring and Mikel Merino finished the job as Spain stayed perfect with three wins from three in Nations League play.
- On Sunday, October 4, 2026, the Spanish national team defeated the Czech Republic 3-1 at Carlos Tartiere Stadium in Oviedo, maintaining their perfect record in the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League.
- Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal opened the scoring in the 6th minute after linking with Dani Olmo, while Rodri doubled the lead to put Spain 2-0 ahead early.
- The Czech Republic narrowed the deficit in the 69th minute through Jiri Slama, though a second goal by Ladislav Krejci was disallowed due to a foul on Robin Le Normand.
- Mikel Merino secured the 3-1 victory with a late goal, while Ladislav Krejci was sent off in the 85th minute for a rough challenge on Roberto Fernandez.
- Manager Luis de la Fuente's squad now leads Group A3 with nine points after sweeping their first three matches, following prior victories over England 3-2 and Croatia 4-1.
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In the Nations League, Spain beat Czech Republic 3-1. Spain maintained their lead in the group.
UEFA Nations League 2026-27: Lamine Yamal Scores as Spain Beat Czech Republic 3-1 | ⚽ LatestLY
Lamine Yamal opened the scoring early as Spain secured a dominant 3-1 victory over the Czech Republic in their UEFA Nations League Group A3 match on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The game at Estadio Carlos Tartiere, Oviedo, saw Rodri double the lead in the 35th minute and Mikel Merino add a third in the 88th, following a red card for Czechia's Ladislav Krejci. ⚽ UEFA Nations League 2026-27: Lamine Yamal Scores as Spain Beat Czech Republic 3-1.
UEFA Nations League: Spain maintain perfect start with 3-1 win over Czech Republic - The Tribune
Spain maintained their perfect start to the UEFA Nations League campaign with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over the Czech Republic in Oviedo on Saturday, with Lamine Yamal, Rodri and Mikel Merino finding the net for the hosts.
The League of Nations hosted another game day on 3 October, during which England and Spain won the day.
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