Spain reaches 40-match unbeaten streak with victory over Croatia
After defeating Croatia 4-1, Spain has become the first team in men's international football to go 40 consecutive matches without a loss, according to Squawka.
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The Spanish National Team achieved a remarkable statistic with their 4-1 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League. Following the match played in Seville, Spain's unbeaten streak extended to 40 games.
According to a social media post by the sports statistics platform Squawka, Spain has become the first team in men's international football to go 40 consecutive matches without a defeat. This recorded streak includes Spain's victories in the 2024 European Championship and the 2026 World Cup.
The team, managed by Luis de la Fuente, has also maintained its recent winning rhythm. According to data from OptaJose, Spain has won its last 9 matches across all competitions. This streak equals the best winning run achieved during the De la Fuente era, which occurred between June and July 2024.
CLOSING IN ON THE TOP IN THE NATIONS LEAGUE
According to data provided by Stats du Foot, Portugal and Greece currently lead the list of teams with the most victories in UEFA Nations League history, with 19 wins each. France and Spain follow these teams with 18 victories each.
The same data showed that Spain has reached 70 goals in Nations League history, making them the highest-scoring national team in the tournament.
Another statistic that stands out for Spain belongs to Fabián Ruiz. According to Stats du Foot, Ruiz has become the player with the most appearances at the senior international level without ever experiencing a defeat. The Spanish footballer has recorded 37 wins and 15 draws in 52 international matches.