Spain extended its unbeaten streak to 41 matches with a 3–1 victory against Czechia in Oviedo, according to international sports reports. Luis de la Fuente’s side secured their third win in three Nations League Group 3 matches, maintaining their position at the top of the group standings.
Early goals establish Spanish control in Oviedo
Lamine Yamal opened the scoring in the 6th minute, continuing his strong run of form after scoring in a recent 4–1 win against Croatia. Captain Rodri added a second goal in the 35th minute, capping a dominant first half for the hosts.
Czech tactical shifts test defending champions
Spain shifted into a defensive management mode after the interval, a lull that Jiri Slama punished by scoring for the visitors in the 69th minute. Mikel Merino restored a two-goal cushion for Spain in the 89th minute, sealing the result before Czech captain Ladislav Krejci received a yellow-red card and was sent off for a tactical foul in the closing moments.
Ryan Naderi makes international debut for Czechia
The match marked the international debut for Dresden-born forward Ryan Naderi, who plays for the Glasgow Rangers after transferring from Hansa Rostock in February for a third-tier record fee. The 23-year-old committed to the Czech federation days before the fixture, potentially filling the vacancy left by Patrik Schick’s international retirement.
Upcoming fixtures in the UEFA Nations League
Spain travels to Split to face Croatia in a return fixture on Tuesday, concluding the international window. Simultaneously, Czechia plays England away at Wembley Stadium in London.
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