Spain kicked off their return to home soil in the UEFA Nations League with an immediate impact from Lamine Yamal. The young winger struck within seconds of the 7:45pm BST kickoff, receiving the ball on the edge of the area during a left-to-right buildup before cutting inside to fire a first-time finish into the net.
The match, contested in Seville, marked Spain’s first home fixture since they secured their second World Cup title. Unai Simón was handed the captain’s armband for the Spanish side.
Opposing them was Croatia, led by veteran skipper Ivan Perisic, who continues his international career at age 37. The clash was part of a broader evening of Nations League action that also featured Scotland hosting Switzerland and live updates from the Czechia versus England fixture.
Seems a bit too easy for Spain already. Can they maintain this level against tougher opponents later?
Croatia’s Perisic at 37 still leading the line, while Yamal is lighting up Europe. What a contrast in eras.
That opening goal was absolute lightning! Yamal just showed why he is the future of Spanish football.