Yamal Shines as Champions Spain Thrash Croatia 4-1 in Nations League Clash

Football sensation Lamine Yamal scored twice as world champions Spain dominated Croatia 4-1 in their UEFA Nations League clash on Tuesday night, extending their remarkable unbeaten streak to 40 matches.

Playing their first home game since lifting the 2026 World Cup, La Roja wasted no time asserting dominance. The 19-year-old Yamal opened the scoring in just the second minute, firing a spectacular long-range strike into the net. Croatia briefly silenced the Madrid crowd in the 28th minute when forward Dion Drena Beljo headed home an equalizer from an Ivan Perišić cross.

However, Spain responded instantly. Three minutes later, defender Marc Pubill headed in a Yamal corner to score his first senior international goal, restoring the hosts' lead.

Spain completely dictated the second half, controlling 60% of possession. In the 63rd minute, Pedri delivered a precise through-ball to Yamal, who coolly slotted it past the goalkeeper for his second of the night. Substitute Nico Williams sealed the emphatic victory in the 89th minute with a brilliant solo effort from the left wing.

With this commanding win, Spain moves to the top of League A Group 3 with a perfect six points.