Spain Remains Unbeaten for 40 Matches After Victory Over Croatia

Spain's national football team, crowned World Cup winners, extended its unbeaten streak to 40 matches with a 4-1 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday. The match took place at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium in Seville, marking a triumphant return to home soil following their World Cup triumph in July.

Lamine Yamal, a standout player, scored two goals and assisted on another, showcasing his exceptional talent. His first goal arrived just two minutes into the match, and he netted again in the 63rd minute. Marc Pubill also made headlines by scoring his first international goal in the 31st minute, two minutes after Croatia's Dion Drena Beljo equalized—Beljo also scoring on his first attempt for his national side. Nico Williams rounded out the scoring for Spain with a goal in the 89th minute, ensuring the comfortable win.

Prior to the match, Spain's captain Rodri lifted the World Cup trophy to celebrate the team's success in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The win over Croatia followed Spain's last match against England, where they secured a dramatic 3-2 victory at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, extending their unbeaten record.

Coach Luis de la Fuente praised Yamal, noting, "He is a very generous footballer who puts all that talent at the service of the team. We are fortunate to have him with us. He is someone who is truly loved within the squad. We are very happy with him."

Spain's remarkable form has seen them lose only once in their last 16 Nations League group matches, further establishing their dominance in international football. Croatia's coach Slaven Bilic acknowledged Spain's prowess, stating, "We know Spain are the best. There is no debate about that. They have been the best side for several years. Tonight, there was simply too much space."

As Spain continues to impress on the field, their next challenge will be to maintain this dominant streak and build on their success as they look ahead.