England defeated Croatia 7–0 in Rijeka on Saturday, while Spain beat Czechia 3–1 to make it three victories from three Nations League matches.

Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka each scored twice for England. Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon and Morgan Rogers completed the scoring in a commanding performance under Thomas Tuchel.

Yamal puts Spain on course

Lamine Yamal opened the scoring for Spain, with Rodri adding the second. Jiří Sláma pulled one back for Czechia before a late Ladislav Krejčí dismissal and Mikel Merino’s goal ended the comeback.

Spain began a Nations League campaign with three straight wins for the first time, UEFA reported.

Scotland and Switzerland also win

Scotland defeated North Macedonia 2–0 as Andy Robertson earned his 100th cap. Kieron Bowie scored his first international goal in the victory.

Switzerland came from behind to beat Slovenia 2–1, maintaining a perfect nine-point start in League B. Finland beat Albania 2–1 and Belarus defeated San Marino 4–0.

Source: UEFA matchday round-up, October 4.

Lead image: AI-generated archive football illustration; not a photograph of the October 3 matches.