Euro 2024 Champions Spain Look to Continue Their Winning Form Against Serbia in the UEFA Nations League | Match Preview, Key Updates

Spain aim to defend their UEFA Nations League title, hosting Serbia on Tuesday night. Will their winning form continue despite key injuries?

Spain, who are the current champions of Euro 2024, will be hosting Serbia in another vital contest of the UEFA Nations league but will want to keep their impressive winning streak in check. La Roja has collected seven points in their first three games and will be looking to hold onto the top position in their group. 

However, that will not be easy as Serbia also has some points on the board, four points from three games played and come into this match with confidence having beaten Switzerland in their last game.

Moreover, Spain is also on a twelve-match unbeaten run in all competitions. This throws more light on the fact that Spain is indeed a superpower when it comes to European soccer. Even on the backdrop of several very important players being out due to injuries, Spain has the quality and depth to keep up with their high standards.

On the contrary, Serbia has played poorly in all but one match when they were not home. Nevertheless, having registered a composed and solid 2 – 0 win over Switzerland in their last game, they will aim to carry that on. The squad will have to play its best if it is to pose a threat to Spain, especially taking into account how well Spain has been performing recently and the fact that it is a home game for them. An intriguing match is bound to occur with the two sides clashing. 

Form Guide and Key Stats:

• Spain’s Form (Last 5 matches): W-W-D-W-W
• Serbia’s Form (Last 5 matches): W-L-D-D-D

Injury and Team News:

Spain is in the midst of an injury crisis, as players such as Rodri, Dani Olmo, and Gavi are all missing. Lamine Yamal has also pulled out of the squad, with Atletico’s Riquelme filling in for him. The aforementioned absences may dent Spain’s lineup but owing to La Roja’s squad depth, it does not jeopardize their competitiveness.

Serbia, likewise, is not spared from absences. Injured star midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic are ruled out. Vlahovic, who is one of the best forwards in the Serbian squad, also cannot make it for personal family reasons. With their usual attacking threats missing, players like Mitrovic will have to come up for Serbia.

Predicted Lineups:

Spain Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Raya (GK); Porro, Laporte, Vivian, Grimaldo; Zubimendi, Ruiz; Álex Baena, Pedri, Oyarzabal; Morata

Serbia Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1):

Rajkovic (GK); Pavlovic, Milenkovic, Erakovic; Birmancevic, Grujic, Maksimovic, Nedeljkovic; Lukic, Samardzic; Mitrovic

Match Prediction:

Spain, despite missing several key players, remains the favorite to win this match. Their home advantage and unbeaten streak give them the upper hand. Serbia, while capable of pulling off surprises, will find it tough to break down Spain's organized defense and dynamic attack.

With Spain playing an exciting brand of football under coach Luis de la Fuente, expect them to dominate possession and create more chances. Serbia might put up a fight, but the quality gap between the two teams could be too large to bridge.

Prediction: Spain 3-1 Serbia

Where to Watch Spain vs Serbia:

• India: SonyLiv, Sony Sports Network
• UK: ITVX, Premier Sports