Spain v Denmark live: UEFA Nations League latest as Spain lead in Murcia

Spain’s persistence pays off in Murcia, beating Denmark 1-0 to go top of their UEFA Nations League group

Spain took control of this top of the table clash from the first whistle, dominating possession as they patiently probed for an opening.

Lamine Yamal had the best chance for Spain in the first half, latching onto a great pass from Pedro Porro to go 1v1 with Kasper Schmeichel but the Barcelona man could only blast his effort well over the bar.

Spain missed another great chance to take the lead on 68 minutes, this time it was Alvaro Morata who couldn’t convert, firing his effort from close-range at Kasper Schmeichel who did well to palm away the Spaniards effort.

Luis de la Fuente’s side continued pushing though and they got their reward just before the 80 minute mark, with Martin Zubimendi firing from distance to send Spain top of Group A4.

Spain 1-0 Denmark

There will be a minimum of four minutes added on in Murcia.

Fabian Ruiz fires an effort on goal from distance which curls just too far the wrong side of the post and Denmark survive. That would have been some goal had it found its way into the top corner.

Spain have been good value for their 1-0 lead tonight, having plenty of chances and they are now looking to take the sting out of the game and earn a valuable three points against current group leaders Denmark.

Dani Vivian heads over from the corner.

Lamine Yamal is brought down on the edge of the box and Spain have a free kick.

Spain have finally got their goal! The ball falls to Martin Zubmiendi who lets fly on the volley from outside the box and his effort squirms past Kasper Schmeichel and into the back of the net.

Spain have now had 22 shots in this match, 11 in the first half and already reaching 11 in the second half despite having 15 minutes plus added time left. De la Fuente's side are really pushing for an opener but to no avail thus far.

Spain have a corner and an opportunity to pile more pressure on the Denmark defence.

Lamine Yamal does well to get away from a couple of Danish defenders before unleashing a fierce low effort from distance but it's no problem for Schmeichel.