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Spain hosts the Czech Republic on Sunday at La Rosaleda in Malaga, Spain in an important rematch in the 2022-23 UEFA Nations League. The teams met last Sunday, with that game ending in a 2-2 draw, and they are separated by one point in the standings after three games. Spain is 4-2-0 all-time against the Czech Republic.        

Kickoff is set for 2:45 p.m. ET in Malaga, Spain. Spain is the -300 favorite (risk $300 to win $100) on the 90-minute money line in the latest Spain vs. Czech Republic odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while Czech Republic is a +800 underdog. A 90-minute draw is priced at +400 and the over-under for total goals scored is 2.5. Before you bet the Czech Republic vs. Spain match or make any UEFA Nations League predictions, you need to see what proven soccer insider Martin Green has to say. 

After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Since then, his European soccer picks have been stunningly accurate. Green has generated more than $37,000 for $100 bettors since the 2017-18 season, and he has his finger on the pulse of the game all over the globe.

Now, Green has broken down the Spain vs. Czech Republic matchup from every angle and just revealed his coveted picks and predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see his picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for Czech Republic vs. Spain:

  • Spain vs. Czech Republic spread: Spain -0.5 
  • Spain vs. Czech Republic over-under: 2.5 goals 
  • Spain vs. Czech Republic money line: Spain -300, Czech Republic +800, Draw +400 
  • SPA: Gavi, 17, became the youngest player to score for the team in last Sunday's match 
  • CR: Jakub Pesek had seven goals and six assists with Sparta Prague this season

Why you should back Spain

La Roja has been lacking a truly dangerous scorer for some time now, but it has far better options than the Czechs. Pablo Sarabia scored the lone goal against the Swiss, and Alvaro Morata and Ferran Torres also are capable of game-changing moments. The Spaniards have scored in 17 straight games (9-5-2) and have not lost since a 2-1 setback to France in the 2020-21 Nations League final.   

Spain completely dominated the matchup against the Czech Republic last Sunday, using its superb passing skill to hold the ball for 80 percent of the game. It had a 13-5 advantage in shots, but the Czechs scored on both of their attempts that were on target. Star Czech striker Patrik Schick remains out, and Jan Kuchta had to leave Thursday's game early and could be out, as well. The Spaniards are sure to control the ball again with a superior midfield that features Gavi, Sergio Busquets, Rodri and Koke.

Why you should back Czech Republic

The Locomotive can stay in the game if it isn't lulled to sleep by Spain's approach. La Roja's passes are often sideways and backward, and it only ventures into the final third if it sees an opening. The Czechs can't let up, and if they make something happen they could get some turnovers in Spain's half of the field. Kuchta's status is unclear after he left the Portugal match, and he has two goals and an assist in the three Nations League games, so he would be missed.      

The Czech Republic had lost one of its previous nine games (4-4-1) before losing to Portugal. It showed in its previous two games that it can be effective on the counter-attack. Jacob Pesek scored along with Kuchta in the draw last Sunday, and Jakob Jankto forced an own goal with his cross against the Swiss to go with Kuchta's tally. Jankto is part of a strong midfield led by Tomas Soucek of West Ham United. The Czechs have allowed five goals in their past eight games.

How to make Spain vs. Czech Republic picks

Green has scrutinized the Czech Republic vs. Spain match from every angle, and he is leaning under on the goal total. He also provides two confident best bets and has a full breakdown of the match. He's only sharing his UEFA Nations League picks at SportsLine.

So, who wins Spain vs. Czech Republic? And where does all the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see the best bets for the Czech Republic vs. Spain match, all from the European soccer expert who has generated more than $37,000 for $100 bettors over the past four seasons, and find out.