Czechia vs Spain prediction 12.11.2026 | UEFA Nations League

Czechia have endured a disappointing Nations League campaign, losing all four of their opening matches against Croatia (1-2), England (0-2), Spain (1-3) and England once again (0-3). The hosts have scored just twice while conceding 10 goals, highlighting their problems at both ends of the pitch.

Their attacking output has been particularly concerning, with only two goals across four matches against considerably stronger opposition. Czechia have also struggled to compete statistically, registering just 31% possession in their previous meeting with Spain and 36% against England in October.

On a more positive note, Tomáš Souček has returned to the national squad after recovering from an ankle ligament injury. The West Ham midfielder has already scored three goals in six club appearances this season and should provide valuable experience and physical presence in midfield.

However, Czechia could be without several important players. Robin Hranáč, Pavel Šulc and Ondřej Lingr are among those listed as injured, while Michal Sáček and Ondřej Kričfaluši also have fitness concerns.

Spain have been arguably the most impressive team in League A Group 3, collecting maximum points from their opening four fixtures. La Roja have defeated England (3-2), Croatia (4-1), Czechia (3-1) and Croatia again (2-1), scoring 12 goals and conceding just five.

Luis De La Fuente’s men have also demonstrated remarkable consistency, remaining unbeaten across their last 43 competitive matches, recording 36 victories and seven draws.

Nevertheless, De la Fuente will have to make some adjustments to his attacking options. Lamine Yamal has been ruled out after experiencing discomfort in his right knee following Barcelona's victory against Atletico Madrid. Mikel Oyarzabal will also miss Thursday's encounter while recovering from flu. 

Ander Barrenetxea is another absentee, with Jorge de Frutos called up as his replacement. Finally, Rodri has also been left out of Spain’s squad for this Nations League window after suffering a hamstring injury against Aston Villa.

Despite these setbacks, Spain possess considerable attacking depth, with Mikel Merino, Dani Olmo, Nico Williams and other established internationals capable of making a difference.