Spain secured their place in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals with a 3-0 victory over Serbia. Despite dominating the match, Spain struggled to break down Serbia’s defense until well into the second half when Alvaro Morata scored the second goal after missing a penalty earlier. A free kick from Alex Baena sealed the victory for La Roja.
With the draw between Denmark and Switzerland in the other Group A4 game, Spain’s win means they cannot be caught by two teams with two matches left, thanks to the head-to-head tiebreaker. Despite missing several key players, Spain showed their strength and dominance against Serbia, who were clearly outclassed and must now rebound in their remaining matches.
Spain’s front four of Morata, Baena, Oyarzabal, and Merino kept Serbian goalkeeper Predrag Rajkovic busy. While Rajkovic made some fine saves, Spain’s relentless attack eventually paid off. Serbia struggled to sustain possession and create chances, with their best opportunity coming from a missed shot by Mitrovic. Overall, Spain’s performance showcased their quality and depth.
Alex Baena was a standout player for Spain, filling in for the injured Lamine Yamal on the left wing. Baena was lively and dangerous around the penalty area, keeping Rajkovic on his toes throughout the match. His goal from a free kick was a brilliant finish that secured the victory for Spain. The team’s overall performance was solid, with players like Laporte, Oyarzabal, and Morata also making key contributions.
The match highlights included Laporte’s early headed goal, Morata’s missed penalty followed by his redemption with a well-taken goal, and Baena’s exquisite free kick to seal the win. A key moment came when Pavlovic’s yellow card was upgraded to a red card after a foul on Oyarzabal, leading to Serbia finishing the game with 10 men. Overall, Spain’s performance was dominant and deserving of their place in the quarter-finals.
After two promotions in three editions of the competition, Serbia faced a tough challenge against Spain, who continued their winning momentum. Despite their battling point against Spain in their previous encounter, Serbia was thoroughly outclassed in this match. The team must now regroup and focus on their upcoming matches against Denmark and Switzerland in their quest for a place in the quarter-finals.
