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Belt game 1,064 · October 6, 2026

Spain keeps the belt

Spain beat Croatia 2–1 (UEFA Nations League). Defense number 12 of reign 269.

The recap · AI-written

Spain Retains Belt with 2-1 Victory Over Croatia

Spain successfully defended their lineal championship belt with a 2-1 victory over Croatia in UEFA Nations League action. The belt holders weathered a spirited challenge from the Croatians to emerge victorious and maintain possession of the championship.

The narrow one-goal margin kept the match competitive throughout, but Spain did enough to secure the result and keep the belt in their possession. Croatia pushed for an equalizer but couldn't find the breakthrough needed to claim the lineal championship.

With the victory, Spain continues their reign as belt holders. The win in UEFA Nations League competition means the Spanish side will carry the belt into their next match, keeping their lineal championship streak alive.

Written by Claude from ESPN's box score for this game.

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