Croatia vs Spain
Europe, UEFA Nations League - League A - Group 3, Round 4
Croatia National Team
Croatia
Ended
1
-
2
06/10
Spain National Team
Spain

Match Events

All
Top
End of 90 Minutes
1 - 2
88'
Field Goal
Mikel Merino
Martín Zubimendi
Mikel Merino
Ivan Perisic
Ivan Perisic
Second Yellow Card
79'
61'
Field Goal
Mikel Merino
Dani Olmo
Mikel Merino
Halftime
1 - 0
Ivan Perisic
Ivan Perisic
Field Goal
17'
Commentary
+4'
90
FULL-TIME: CROATIA 1-2 SPAIN
+2'
90
Yellow Card
Spain National Team
Víctor Muñoz
Víctor Muñoz
Munoz commits the foul to break up the play, and he's shown a yellow card for his troubles.
+1'
90
We're into four minutes of added time at the end of this one.

Key Players

Attacker
Midfielder
Defender
Igor Matanovic
0.45
Expected Goals
0.15
2
Shots On Target
0
64
Min
77
Lamine Yamal

Stats

28%
Possession
72%
1.02
Expected Goals
1.15
10
Total Shots
10
5
Shots On Target
3

Actual Play Time

Actual 61:27
Total 95:01

Shot Map

Ivan Perisic
Ivan Perisic
Goal
17'
Regular Play
Situation
Header
Shot Type
0.10
xG
0.09
xGOT

Match Info

E. Lambrechts
Referee
Stadion Poljud
Match Attendance: 32,690

Current Standings Positions

League A - Group 3
PF:A+/-PTSWDLFormNext
1
Spain National Team
Spain
Quarter-finals
412:5712400
W
W
W
W
Czechia National Team
3
Croatia National Team
Croatia
44:14-103103
L
L
L
W
England National Team

Predictions

About Croatia vs Spain

The match between Croatia and Spain in the Group Stage of UEFA Nations League, held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Stadion Poljud, ended with a score of Croatia 1 - 2 Spain.

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  • Over 1.5 goals
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  • Croatia to win
  • Both teams to score
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Stats for Croatia vs. Spain

The game between Croatia and Spain ended with a score of Croatia 1 - 2 Spain. On 365Scores, you can check all the head-to-head results between these teams. Explore the stats for Croatia and Spain, including ball possession, goal kicks, yellow and red cards, and much more!

Possession
28% - 72%
Expected Goals
1.02 - 1.15
Total Shots
10 - 10
Shots On Target
5 - 3
Big Chances Created
4 - 4
Corners
3 - 6
Offsides
0 - 2
Passes Completed
231 - 696
Red Cards
1 - 0
Attacks
60 - 143
Shots Off Target
3 - 3
Shots Blocked
2 - 4
Hit Woodwork
0 - 0
Expected Goals On Target
1.24 - 1.47
Free Kicks
10 - 10
Shots Inside The Box
9 - 7
Total Passes
300 - 777
Shots Outside The Box
1 - 3
Big Chances Missed
3 - 3
Expected Assists
0.79 - 1.64
Crosses Completed
2/7 (29%) - 4/20 (20%)
Passes Own Half
178 - 228
Passes Opposition Half
129 - 569
Long Passes Completed
20/48 (42%) - 15/26 (58%)
Throw-Ins
11 - 13
Key Passes
7 - 8
Passes Into Final Third
36 - 221
Backward Passes
45 - 111
Goal Kicks
8 - 3
Interceptions
11 - 4
Expected Goals Conceded
1.15 - 1.02
Goalkeeper Saves
1 - 4
Tackles Won
5/7 (71%) - 8/10 (80%)
Clearances
22 - 12
Duels Won
25 - 32
Aerial Duels Won
5/13 (38%) - 8/13 (62%)
Ground Duels Won
20/44 (45%) - 24/44 (55%)
Was Fouled
10 - 10
Successful Dribbles
3/5 (60%) - 4/7 (57%)
Was Dribbled Past
2 - 3
Final Third Possession Won
5 - 3
Possession Lost
111 - 117
Fouls
12 - 10
Yellow Cards
2 - 2

Lineups for Croatia vs. Spain

The lineups for Croatia and Spain were set with the goal of securing victory in this crucial match. Fans closely followed the team selections and absences for this important fixture. The choice of starters and substitutes played a vital role in both teams' preparations. Both Croatia and Spain made tactical adjustments to maximise their performance on the pitch.

Home Team: CroatiaCoach: Slaven Bilić.
Goalkeeper: Dominik Livakovic.
Defenders: Josko Gvardiol, Luka Vušković, Josip Šutalo, Josip Stanišić.
Midfielders: Mateo Kovacic, Kristijan Jakic, Luka Modric, Nikola Vlašić.
Attackers: Ivan Perisic, Igor Matanovic.
Subs: Mario Pasalic, Petar Sucic, Martin Baturina, Dion Beljo, Dominik Kotarski, Ivor Pandur, Marin Pongracic, Josip Misic, Luka Sučić, Marco Pasalic, Andrej Kramaric, Ante Budimir.

Missing Players: Josip Juranovic, Martin Erlić.

Away Team: SpainCoach: Luis De la Fuente.
Goalkeeper: Unai Simón.
Defenders: Marc Cucurella, Aymeric Laporte, Pau Cubarsí, Marc Pubill.
Midfielders: Pedri, Rodri Hernández, Dani Olmo.
Attackers: Álex Baena, Mikel Oyarzabal, Lamine Yamal.
Subs: Martín Zubimendi, Mikel Merino, Fermín López, Víctor Muñoz, Yeremy Pino, Josep Martinez, David Raya, Dean Huijsen, Robin Le Normand, Iván Fresneda, Fran García, Roberto Fernández.

Missing Players: Alex Grimaldo, Ferran Torres, Nico Williams, Pedro Porro.

Event Details:

Name: Croatia vs. Spain
Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Location: Stadion Poljud
Capacity: 34448

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