2026-2027 Nations League: Czech Republic vs. Spain, Probable Lineups

Spain visits the Czech Republic on Thursday evening at 8:45 p.m., on Matchday 5 of the Nations League group stage. La Roja heads into the match in first place in the group and has already secured a spot in the quarterfinals, thanks to a perfect record so far: four wins in as many games. The situation is quite the opposite for the hosts, who sit in last place with zero points and are looking to earn their first points in the group.

The Czech Republic is expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Kinsky will start in goal, protected by a defensive line consisting of Coufal, Chaloupek, Krejci, and Slama. In midfield, Kral and Soucek will start, while Cerv, Ambros, and Danek will play behind Hlozek, the team’s main attacking threat.

De la Fuente is also expected to stick with the 4-2-3-1 formation. Porro, Cubarsi, Laporte, and Cucurella are expected to line up in front of Simon. Pedri and Ruiz will play in the middle of the field, while the attacking trio behind Torres should consist of Williams, Lopez, and Baena. Lamine Yamal and Oyarzabal are unavailable.

PROBABLE LINEUPS

CZECH REPUBLIC (4-2-3-1): Kinsky; Coufal, Chaloupek, Krejci, Slama; Kral, Soucek; Cerv, Ambros, Danek; Hlozek. Head Coach: Denia.

SPAIN (4-2-3-1): Simon; Porro, Cubarsi, Laporte, Cucurella; Pedri, Ruiz; Williams, Lopez, Baena; Torres. Head Coach: De la Fuente.