Seville’s Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán will stage a significant early test in UEFA Nations League Group C when Spain meet Croatia on 29 September 2026. The second-round fixture brings together a Spanish side seeking to maintain its place at the summit of the international game and a Croatia team looking to turn a post-World Cup rebuild into a renewed push for European honours.
A Group C contest with early weight
Kick-off is scheduled for 12:45 on 29 September, with Spain hosting Croatia at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán. Although the Nations League campaign will still be in its early stages, both teams see the match as an opportunity to shape their route towards the European title.
- Match: Spain vs Croatia
- Competition: UEFA Nations League, Group C, matchday two
- Date: 29 September 2026
- Kick-off: 12:45
- Venue: Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, Seville
- Broadcast: Sky Sports, Sky+ and izzi
Spain carry momentum into Seville
Spain arrive after an emotionally charged victory over England. The reigning world champions had to withstand the force of the Three Lions’ attack before recovering from behind to turn the match around.
That result reinforced the confidence around La Roja’s deep squad, while Lamine Yamal remains one of the central figures in their campaign. The young forward, considered among the leading contenders for the Ballon d’Or, is in outstanding form and could prove decisive as Spain pursue another international trophy.
Croatia seek a new chapter
Croatia travel to Andalusia amid a rebuilding period following the 2026 World Cup, but they have shown they remain capable of competing with Europe’s strongest sides. Their recent 2-1 win against Czechia offered encouragement ahead of the trip to Spain.
Luka Modric and his teammates will be aiming to take control of the group standings in Seville. A victory would not settle the Nations League race, but it would give either side an important advantage and a clearer path towards the latter stages of the competition.
