Spain 4-1 Croatia: Lamine Yamal Shines as World Champions Continue Unbeaten Run
Seville, September 30, 2026: Spain continued their remarkable run in international football with a convincing 4-1 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday night. Lamine Yamal was the standout performer, scoring twice and assisting another goal as Spain made it two wins from two in Group A3.
Because it was Spain's first home game since winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the match was especially significant. At the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium in Seville, captain Rodri presented the World Cup trophy to the home fans prior to kickoff.
Yamal Gets to Work Early
Spain needed just 75 seconds to take the lead.
After Alex Baena and Fermín López made a smart move, Lamine Yamal got the ball and finished calmly with his left foot into the far corner. It was another fast start from the 19-year-old, who had also scored early in Spain's previous Nations League match against England.
Croatia, however, responded strongly.
Dion Drena Beljo scored from an Ivan Perišić cross in the 28th minute to level the score at 1-1 for the visitors. Beljo scored his first goal for the national team.
Spain Respond Immediately
The equalizer scored by Croatia was short-lived. After only three minutes, Yamal became a provider. His pass reached Marc Pubill, who scored in the 31st minute to put Spain back in control.
Spain went into half-time leading 2-1, but the hosts continued to control the match after the break.
After receiving a pass from Pedri, Yamal scored again in the 63rd minute, beating Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livaković at his near post.
Nico Williams Completes the Victory
Spain added a fourth goal late in the match.
Nico Williams produced a quick move inside the penalty area before firing the ball into the net in the 89th minute, completing the 4-1 scoreline.
Following their 3-2 victory over England at Wembley, Spain has now won both of their first Nations League matches.
Spain Reach 40 Matches Unbeaten
One of the biggest statistics from the night was Spain's unbeaten run.
The 4-1 victory extended Spain's unbeaten streak to 40 matches, according to Reuters and other reports.
Yamal's two goals also moved him into the group of leading scorers in the 2026/27 Nations League, with three goals in the competition so far. UEFA lists him alongside Zeki Amdouni, Erling Haaland and Joel Pohjanpalo on three goals.
Spain vs Croatia Match Details
The match was played in the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League, with Spain and Croatia meeting in League A, Group A3 on 29 September 2026. The game took place at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium in Seville, where Spain secured a 4-1 victory over Croatia.
Spain's goals came from Lamine Yamal in the 2nd and 63rd minutes, Marc Pubill in the 31st minute, and Nico Williams in the 89th minute. Croatia's only goal was scored by Dion Drena Beljo in the 28th minute.
The match was attended by 40,294 people, who watched Spain record another important victory in their Nations League campaign.
What Will Occur Next?
Spain's next Group A3 match is against Czechia on October 3, while Croatia will continue its Nations League campaign after the heavy defeat in Seville.
For Spain, the victory provides another strong result after their World Cup triumph and keeps them at the top of the early Group A3 standings.
Written by: AMAN GAUTAM
Published: September 30, 2026
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