Gavi becomes Spain's youngest scorer in draw with Czech Republic
Baku, June 6, AZERTAC
A late goal from defender Inigo Martinez rescued a 2-2 draw for Spain against Czech Republic in the UEFA Nations League on Sunday, according to ESPN.
The hosts took an early lead in the Group A2 clash after Sparta Prague forward Jakub Pesek scored from close range in the fourth minute, connecting with a pass from Jan Kuchta who got in behind Spain's defence.
The visitors equalised on the strike of half-time when Spain midfielder Gavi, one of three players to keep their place in the team after coach Luis Enrique made eight changes from the 1-1 draw with Portugal, beat Czech goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik with a shot to the far post.
The goal for Gavi saw him pass Ansu Fati as Spain's youngest goal scorer in senior national team history.
The Czech's retook the lead in the 66th minute after Gavi's strike when forward Jan Kuchta lobbed goalkeeper Unai Simon from just outside the area after he was sent through on goal alone.
Spain scored in the 90th minute to break the hearts of the home fans when Martinez connected with a cross from Marco Asensio and his header just crossed the line.
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