Czech football team loses to Croatia in Nations League opener

The Czech national football team lost 2-1 to Croatia in their opening match of the new Nations League season, in what was their first game under Spanish coach Santi Denia.

Denia said he was disappointed by the result since a victory would have been important for the team’s development, but praised the players for their commitment and effort.

He said the group was highly competitive and that matches were being decided by small details.