Spain beats Switzerland and advances in the Nations League
In a lively second half, Bryan Zaragoza scores the winning goal from the penalty spot in injury time. Undefeated, the Spanish team advances to the quarterfinals as leaders of Group 4 of League A.
THE GAME
Spain beat Switzerland 3-2 in the Nations League on Monday to secure their place in Group 4 of League A, unbeaten. Yéremy Pino put Spain ahead in the 32nd minute. But the excitement was saved for the second half, when Monteiro equalized for Switzerland in the 18th minute. Five minutes later, Bryan Gil put Spain back in front. But Zeqiri leveled the scores again in the 40th minute. Bryan Zaragoza scored from the penalty spot to secure Spain’s victory in the 48th minute.
SPAIN IN THE WEDNESDAYS
With 16 points, Spain finishes the group stage as the sole leader of its group and advances to the quarter-finals. Without a single win, with just two points, Switzerland is bottom of Group 4 and will play in League B next season. The Spanish team’s opponent in the next phase will be determined by a draw.