Analysis The numbers behind the result
Spain dominate possession but Czechia wasteful in defeat
Spain's 3-1 victory over Czechia was a fair reflection of their dominance, with the hosts controlling 69% possession and creating superior chances. Despite Czechia's early resistance, Spain's relentless attacking play yielded 18 total shots, with 10 on target, compared to Czechia's meagre 5 shots and 2 on target. The opening goal from Lamine Yamal (6') and Rodri's strike (35') set the tone, while Czechia's lone goal by Jiri Slama (69') came against the run of play. Spain's clinical edge was evident, with Czechia's goalkeeper forced into 7 saves.
Czechia's lack of efficiency in attack was compounded by their inability to retain possession, completing just 280 accurate passes to Spain's 703. Their defensive struggles culminated in Ladislav Krejčí's red card (85'), leaving them exposed for Mikel Merino's late goal (89'). Spain's 13 shots inside the box, to Czechia's 2, highlighted their superior penetration.
The key stat: Spain's 10 shots on target dwarfed Czechia's 4, underscoring the stark difference in quality and decisiveness in the final third.