Frank Christian
The Euro 2024 champions, Spain, are set to face off against current Group A4 leaders Denmark in Murica this Saturday, seeking to reclaim their top position.
Spain will be challenged by the absence of key players Rodri and Dani Carvajal due to injuries, particularly as others aim to step up in their roles.
Following a goalless draw against Serbia in their Nations League opener, Spain now trails Denmark by two points, with Denmark having triumphed over Serbia and Switzerland, both with a score of 2-0. Denmark, currently ranked No. 20 by FIFA, is on the rise and brings a formidable challenge to Spain, who are grappling with recent key player losses.
Below, find the latest updates on team news and expected lineups.
Projected Lineups: Spain vs. Denmark
Spain Team Updates
The absence of Rodri and Dani Carvajal will be felt, given their consistent performances in past matches. Both are sidelined with significant knee injuries that will keep them out for an extended period. Meanwhile, Gavi is recovering from an ACL injury and is not yet ready to play internationally.
In-form winger Nico Williams is also ruled out due to a hip issue, while Ferran Torres is dealing with a hamstring problem. Bryan Gil has withdrawn from the squad, and Euro 2024 standout Dani Olmo remains out with a muscle ailment. Goalkeeper Unai Simon is expected to miss time due to a wrist injury.
Likely Spain Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Raya (GK) — Porro, Cubarsi, Laporte, Cucurella — Zubimendi, F. Ruiz — Lamine Yamal, Pedri, N. Williams — Morata.
Complete Spain Squad:
Goalkeepers: David Raya, Alex Remiro, Robert Sanchez.
Defenders: Marc Cucurella, Pau Cubarsi, Alex Grimaldo, Aymeric Laporte, Oscar Mingueza, Pedro Porro, Pau Torres, Dani Vivian.
Midfielders: Alex Baena, Aleix Garcia, Mikel Merino, Pedri, Fabian Ruiz, Martin Zubimendi.
Forwards: Sergio Gomez, Joselu, Lamine Yamal, Alvaro Morata, Yeremy Pino, Mikel Oyarzabal, Bryan Zaragoza.
Denmark Team Updates
Denmark will be without Joachim Andersen and Christian Norgaard due to injuries sustained in club matches over the weekend. Additionally, Andreas Christensen from Barcelona is expected to be out for months with Achilles tendonitis.
Former captain Simon Kjaer has retired following Euro 2024, alongside midfielder Thomas Delaney, who has also ended his international career after the recent tournament.
Predicted Denmark Starting XI (3-4-2-1): Schmeichel (GK) — Kristensen, Vestergaard, Andersen — Bah, Hojbjerg, Norgaard, Kristiansen — Gronbaek, Eriksen — Poulsen.
Complete Denmark Squad:
Goalkeepers: Mads Hermansen, Frederik Ronnow, Kasper Schmeichel.
Defenders: Alexander Bah, Patrick Dorgu, Rasmus Kristensen, Victor Kristiansen, Joakim Maehle, Victor Nelsson, Jannik Vestergaard.
Midfielders: Mads Bidstrup, Christan Eriksen, Albert Gronbaek, Morten Hjulmand, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Jens Stage.
Forwards: Kasper Dolberg, Anders Dreyer, Rasmus Hojlund, Gustav Isaksen, Andreas Skov Olsen, Yussuf Poulsen, Jonas Wind.
Kick-Off Details for Spain vs. Denmark
The match is scheduled for 8:45 p.m. local time at the Estadio Nueva Condomina in Murica, Spain, on Saturday, October 12.
Here’s how that timing translates to various international locations:
| Date | Kickoff Time | |
| USA / Canada | Sat, Oct. 12 | 2:45 p.m. ET |
| Australia | Sun, Oct. 13 | 4:45 a.m. AEDT |
| UK | Sat, Oct. 12 | 7:45 p.m. BST |
| India | Sun, Oct. 13 | 12:15 a.m. IST |
How to Watch Spain vs. Denmark
Here are the viewing options for this UEFA Nations League match across different regions:
| Region | TV | Streaming |
| USA | FS1 | Fubo, ViX |
| Canada | — | DAZN |
| UK | — | Viaplay International YouTube |
| Australia | — | Optus Sport |
| India | Sony Ten 1 | Sony LIV |
