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World Cup Winner Spain Has Now Gone 40 Matches Without A Loss

Lamine Yamal led World Cup winner Spain on Tuesday as it defeated Croatia in the Nations League to add to its record unbeaten streak in its homecoming game.

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 12:44 AM
World Cup Winner Spain Has Now Gone 40 Matches Without A Loss
Key Things to Know
  • Spain reached 40 matches unbeaten following a 4-1 Nations League victory over Croatia.
  • Lamine Yamal scored twice and provided an assist in the homecoming win in Seville.
  • Marc Pubill and Nico Williams also scored for Spain, while Dion Drena Beljo scored for Croatia.
The Story in 60 Seconds

World Cup winner Spain extended its record unbeaten streak to 40 matches on Tuesday with a 4-1 victory over Croatia in the Nations League. Playing their first home game since winning the World Cup in July, Spain celebrated at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium in Seville, where captain Rodri presented the trophy before kickoff.

Lamine Yamal starred by scoring two goals and providing an assist for Marc Pubill, who netted his first international goal. Dion Drena Beljo scored Croatia's lone equalizer before substitute Nico Williams added Spain's fourth in the 89th minute.

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