UEFA Nations League: Luis de la Fuente's Spain Continues Unbeaten Streak with 3-0 Serbia Win

Spain qualifies for Nations League quarter-finals with convincing 3-0 win over Serbia, extending unbeaten streak to 19 matches.

Spain asserted their dominance in Cordoba, dispatching Serbia 3-0 to secure a spot in the Nations League quarter-finals. Luis de la Fuente's side cruised to victory, thanks to goals from Aymeric Laporte, Alvaro Morata, and Alex Baena.

The hosts took an early lead through Laporte's fifth-minute header, expertly converting Pedro Porro's corner delivery. Mikel Merino nearly doubled the advantage, but his header clattered off the post.

After the interval, Spain squandered a golden opportunity to extend their lead when Morata skied a 54th-minute penalty. However, the captain redeemed himself 11 minutes later, slotting effortlessly into the bottom corner.

Serbia's woes deepened when Strahinja Pavlovic received a red card following a VAR review, and Baena sealed the win with a sublime free-kick.

Spain's unbeaten streak now stands at 19 matches (W17 D2), excluding friendlies, their best run since 2010-2013. The hosts' dominance was reflected in their 2.9 expected goals (xG) compared to Serbia's 0.37.

Luis de la Fuente's Euro 2024-winning formula continues to yield success, with Spain's impressive run showing no signs of slowing.

Highlights:

• Spain qualifies for Nations League quarter-finals with two games to spare
• Unbeaten streak extends to 19 matches (W17 D2), excluding friendlies
• Alvaro Morata scores, atones for missed penalty
• Alex Baena's free-kick seals convincing win
• Serbia's Strahinja Pavlovic receives red card following VAR review