Spain keep perfect record to stay top of Nations League group
Espanha kept a perfect record in the UEFA Liga Nations as they defeated the Czech Republic 2‑0 on Thursday afternoon at Stadion Letná, securing their fifth win of the competition and moving onto 15 points at the top of Group 3.
Match details
Álex Baena converted a penalty in the 39th minute and Marc Pubill added a second from the spot in added time of the second half.
Defender Krekcí was shown a red card after VAR determined his foul on Roberto Fernández was a last‑man challenge.
The penalty was awarded when Ambros handled the ball with an open hand, prompting the referee’s decision.
Pubill seized the ball at the edge of the area in the 51st minute of added time and slotted a low shot past goalkeeper Kovar.
Group standings and upcoming fixtures
The victory leaves Spain on 15 points, maintaining their lead in Group 3.
Spain’s next fixture is against England (Inglaterra), who also won on Thursday, beating Croatia.
The Czech Republic remain bottom of the group with no points.
The game formed part of the fifth round of the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League, played on 12 November 2026 at 16:45 Brasília time.
Czech Republic will meet Croatia on 15 November 2026 at Opus Arena.
Spain will face England on the same day at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid.
Highlights were posted by Gazeta Esportiva on its Canal, with ESPANHA’s fans celebrating Álex’s contribution to the Grupo‑top performance.