Spain Defeat Czech Republic 3-1 to Extend Winning Run

Spain continued their impressive run in the UEFA Nations League with a 3-1 victory over the Czech Republic in Oviedo on Saturday, strengthening their position at the top of their group.

The world champions made a fast start at the Carlos Tartiere Stadium, with Lamine Yamal opening the scoring in the sixth minute. The forward produced a composed finish from the edge of the penalty area, curling the ball beyond the Czech defence and into the far corner.

Spain controlled much of the first half and doubled their advantage in the 35th minute. Rodri finished from inside the penalty area after combining with Dani Olmo, giving the hosts a 2-0 lead before the interval.

The Czech Republic responded more positively after the break and reduced the deficit in the 69th minute when Jiří Sláma fired a low shot past Spain goalkeeper David Raya.

The visitors briefly threatened to level the contest, but their hopes suffered a major setback when captain Ladislav Krejčí was sent off for a second yellow card in the 85th minute. Spain then took advantage of the numerical advantage, with Mikel Merino scoring in the 89th minute to secure the three points.

The result gives Spain three wins from three Nations League matches and keeps their perfect record in the competition intact. The victory also extends their remarkable unbeaten run, which now stands at 41 matches inside 90 minutes according to reports following the game.

Spain’s victory also keeps them three points ahead of England at the top of their group, after England recorded a 7-0 win over Croatia earlier on Saturday.

For the Czech Republic, the defeat leaves them still searching for their first points of the campaign. Spain, meanwhile, will take confidence from another strong performance as they continue their Nations League campaign.