Spain - The Smart Pick for Nations League Success

Can Spain’s Flank Stars Drive Them to Another Title?

Spain has been a powerhouse on the international stage recently, and now the question is whether their electrifying wingers can propel them to the 2025 Nations League crown, fresh off their Euro 2024 victory.

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Spain’s Impressive Recent Run

In the past few years, few teams have matched Spain’s consistency in international football. Under Luis de la Fuente, it feels like the golden era of 2008-2012 is creeping back into view.

While the trend in international football often leans toward splashy, big-name managers, Spain went a different route. Before their Euro 2024 triumph, de la Fuente wasn’t exactly a household name. His journey to the top job was understated—climbing through Spain’s youth ranks with the U18s, U21s, and U23s before landing the senior gig. It was a massive step up, but he’s handled it with poise, turning Spain into a team that commands respect worldwide.

The bookies agree, pegging Spain as favourites to lift the Nations League trophy this summer. First, though, they’ll need to get past a tricky two-legged quarter-final against the Netherlands. With an incredible record of 22 wins in their last 25 matches—and just one loss among their three draws—it’s tough to bet against them. That run includes victories over heavyweights like England, France, Germany, and Italy, proving they can hang with anyone.

Spain’s also building for the future, with two young talents stealing the spotlight: Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams. Both shone brightly at Euro 2024, signalling a new wave of brilliance for La Roja.

Will Spain’s Rising Stars Seal the Deal?

At 17, Yamal is a prodigy with a decade-plus of international football ahead, while 22-year-old Williams is just hitting his stride. Together, they give Spain a youthful edge that screams long-term potential.

Looking ahead to this summer’s Nations League, these two could be the difference-makers. Interestingly, neither scored in Spain’s Nations League group stage, but don’t let that fool you—they’ve got a knack for showing up when the stakes are high. Yamal’s been on fire for Barcelona, leading La Liga with five-goal contributions in his last six matches—perfect timing with the international window looming.

At Euro 2024, Yamal’s group-stage output was modest—one goal involvement—but he flipped the switch in the knockouts, contributing in every match. He dished out three assists and buried a game-changing semi-final strike against France. Williams followed a similar script: all his Euro contributions came in the knockout rounds, including the opener in the final, set up by none other than Yamal. He’s kept that momentum rolling at Athletic Club, racking up seven goal involvements in his last seven games. These guys thrive under pressure.

Spain Is The Smart Bet For Nations League 2025

Here’s a stat to chew on: Spain’s never dropped an international match when either Yamal or Williams chips in with a goal or assist. That’s a golden nugget for bettors eyeing Spain to take the Nations League title.

With their lethal wingers firing and a rock-solid recent record, Spain’s looking like the value pick to keep the silverware coming.