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Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente declared that Lamine Yamal is en route to earning "legend status" after scoring in a 3-1 win over Czechia. However, the manager warned that upcoming opponents Croatia will possess "stung pride" following a 7-0 loss to England.

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente defended his heavy squad rotation after La Roja extended their unbeaten run to 41 matches with a 3-1 win over Czechia. The manager emphasized that player welfare remains a top priority during intense international windows.

Slaven Bilic has expressed his profound shock and disappointment after Croatia slumped to their heaviest-ever defeat in a humiliating 7-0 loss to England at Rujevica. The Vatreni head coach, who only recently returned to the helm, admitted that such a performance is unforgivable for a nation of Croatia's standing.

Luis de la Fuente's side maintained their perfect start to the UEFA Nations League campaign with a 3-1 victory over Czechia. Early dominance put the hosts in control, and despite a second-half scare, a late finish secured all three points to keep them firmly at the top of Group 3.