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Spain Extends Unbeaten Streak with 3-1 Win over Czechia in Nations League

On October 3, 2026, Spain defeated Czechia 3-1 at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere to maintain an unbeaten run of 41 matches and lead Group A3 in the UEFA Nations League.

Timeline

  1. 2026-10-03: Spain defeats Czechia 3-1 in UEFA Nations League at Estadio Carlos Tartiere, Oviedo.
  2. 2026-10-03: Lamine Yamal scores opening goal in 5th minute, marking his third consecutive game scoring first.
  3. 2026-10-03: Rodri scores second goal in first half to extend Spain's lead.
  4. 2026-10-03: Czechia's Sláma reduces deficit early in second half.
  5. 2026-10-03: Mikel Merino scores final goal, restoring Spain's two-goal advantage.

Spain secured a 3-1 victory against Czechia on October 3, 2026, in Oviedo at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere during a UEFA Nations League fixture. The win solidifies Spain’s position atop Group A3 and extends their unbeaten streak to 41 matches internationally. The match began auspiciously for Spain with Lamine Yamal scoring the opening goal in the 5th minute with a powerful left-footed shot, marking his third consecutive match where he netted the first goal. ([1],[4]) [1][4]

Rodri increased Spain’s advantage before halftime by capitalizing on a loose ball in the Czech penalty area, giving Spain a comfortable 2-0 lead heading into the break. Czechia managed to pull one back after halftime when Sláma scored on the team’s first shot on target, providing a brief glimmer of hope to the visitors. ([1]) [1]

However, Spain restored their two-goal cushion when Mikel Merino scored in the second half to secure the win. The match maintained a high level of excitement as Spain continued to demonstrate their strong form in recent international competitions. The victory was broadcast in Spain on La 1 television. ([1],[3]) [1][3]

The game kicked off at 20:45 CEST and took place at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere in Oviedo, a site chosen for its sizable capacity and supportive home crowd atmosphere. Spain’s winning performance further underscores the team’s current dominance and consistency within European football circles. ([2]) [2]

Sources

  1. España 3-1 República Checa: resumen, resultado y goles del partido de la jornada 3 de la Nations League
  2. Spain vs Czechia: kick-off time and where to watch | Becoartes
  3. España - República Checa: horario y dónde ver el partido de la Nations League
  4. Pleno de sonrisas

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