Get the confirmed Spain vs Croatia lineups and team news alongside our match prediction, expert betting odds, and top bet builder insights for the clash.
Spain vs Croatia Confirmed Lineups
Competition | UEFA Nations League A |
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Match Date | Tuesday 29 September 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 19:45 UK time |
Venue | Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán |
The starting lineups for the UEFA Nations League fixture between Spain vs Croatia have been confirmed.
Spain Starting XI
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI: Unai Simón, Marc Pubill, Pau Cubarsí, Dean Huijsen, Marc Cucurella, Martín Zubimendi, Fabián Ruiz, Fermín López, Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal, Álex Baena
Substitutes: Josep Martínez, David Raya, Iván Fresneda, Aymeric Laporte, Alejandro Grimaldo, Rodri, Mikel Merino, Pedri, Dani Olmo, Nico Williams, Ferran Torres, Víctor Muñoz
Croatia Starting XI
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI: Dominik Livakovic, Ivan Smolcic, Marin Pongracic, Josko Gvardiol, Ivan Perisic, Josip Sutalo, Josip Misic, Mateo Kovacic, Petar Sucic, Dion Beljo, Marco Pasalic
Substitutes: Ivor Pandur, Dominik Kotarski, Luka Vuskovic, Kristijan Jakic, Luka Sucic, Martin Baturina, Nikola Vlasic, Mario Pasalic, Luka Modric, Andrej Kramaric, Ante Budimir, Franjo Ivanovic
Spain vs Croatia Immediate Reaction
Spain
Spain set up in a 4-3-3 formation with Unai Simón in goal behind a defensive back four of Marc Pubill, Pau Cubarsí, Dean Huijsen, and Marc Cucurella. Martín Zubimendi anchors the midfield trio alongside Fabián Ruiz and Fermín López, while Mikel Oyarzabal leads the front line flanked by Lamine Yamal and Álex Baena.
Croatia
Croatia also line up in a 4-3-3 system with Dominik Livakovic between the posts and a defence featuring Ivan Smolcic, Marin Pongracic, Josko Gvardiol, and Ivan Perisic. Mateo Kovacic and Josip Misic join Josip Sutalo in the midfield engine room, supporting an attacking trident of Petar Sucic, Marco Pasalic, and Dion Beljo.
Spain vs Croatia Reactive Bet Builder
Ahead of kick-off, the suggested bet builder combines four complementary selections based on the confirmed lineups. The legs include Spain to win, Mikel Oyarzabal to score anytime, both teams to score - no, and Josip Misic to be shown a card.
Spain vs Croatia Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
Spain's confirmed lineup showcases significant technical quality and attacking threat with Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal leading the line, supported by a balanced midfield trio. While Croatia bring international experience through the likes of Mateo Kovacic and Ivan Perisic, Spain's dynamic wide options and home advantage make them the favourites to control proceedings.
Result Prediction: Spain to win
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