Captain's touch! Goalscorer Rodri hails 'mature' La Roja after breaking goal drought in Oviedo
Spain's national football team captain Rodri praised his squad's maturity following a 3-1 UEFA Nations League victory over Czechia. The win extended Spain's unbeaten streak to 41 matches and maintained their lead in Group 3.
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Spain's consistent performance and long unbeaten run highlight their status as a dominant force in international football.
Spain captain Rodri expressed delight at scoring his side's second goal in a 3-1 Nations League win over Czechia. The midfielder praised La Roja's maturity while warning that squad engagement remains crucial as Spain extended their unbeaten streak to 41 matches.
Spain captain Rodri produced a influential midfield display, scoring his side's second goal in a 3-1 UEFA Nations League Group 3 win against Czechia in Oviedo. Lamine Yamal opened the scoring in the sixth minute before Rodri doubled the lead with a precise long-range finish.
Jiří Sláma pulled one back for Czechia before substitute Mikel Merino sealed Spain's victory late on.
The result maintains Spain's three-point lead over England at the top of Group 3.
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