Croatia vs Spain: UEFA Nations League – Yamal, Modric, head-to-head
Summary
Croatia will play Spain on October 6 at the UEFA Nations League 2026-27 match in Split, Croatia. Spain leads the group with a perfect record and will secure a place in the quarterfinals if they win against Croatia.Key Facts
- The match is part of Group A3 in the UEFA Nations League 2026-27.
- Spain currently has nine points from three matches; Croatia has three points.
- Spain has won 7 out of 12 matches against Croatia, with Croatia winning 3 and 2 draws.
- Spain is the current FIFA World Cup holder and has a 41-match unbeaten streak across all competitions.
- Lamine Yamal from Spain is the joint top scorer in the Nations League with four goals.
- Croatia’s captain Luka Modric, aged 41, remains a key player despite Croatia’s recent heavy 7-0 loss to England.
- Injuries and illness have caused some team changes: Croatia is missing Martin Erlic and Josip Juranovic; Spain has doubts about four players due to injuries.
- The UEFA Nations League is a competition aimed at giving national teams meaningful matches and uses a system of groups and promotion/relegation.
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