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Huijsen and Cucurella’s game in numbers vs. Croatia

Spain had nine of the leading 10 players for touches in the final third. Lamine Yamal had 41 touches in the final third, more than any other player. Fabián Ruiz generated 0.402 xT from open-play passes, more than any other…

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 9:18 PM
Huijsen and Cucurella’s game in numbers vs. Croatia
Key Things to Know
  • Dean Huijsen and Marc Cucurella posted standout statistics during Spain's UEFA Nations League win against Croatia.
  • Huijsen led the match with 104 touches, 28 progressive passes, and eight progressive carries.
  • Cucurella contributed two key passes, 18 touches in the final third, and one take-on across 92 minutes.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Spain defeated Croatia in a UEFA Nations League match at the Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan in Seville. Dean Huijsen and Marc Cucurella both started for Spain, playing 92 minutes and recording significant statistical contributions during the fixture. Spain dominated offensive possession, claiming nine of the top 10 players for touches in the final third.

Huijsen led all players with 104 touches and 28 progressive passes, while also tying for the match high with eight progressive carries. Cucurella registered two key passes, 18 touches in the final third, and one take-on. For Croatia, Josko Gvardiol recorded a match-leading 14 defensive actions.

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