Spain made it three wins out of three in the group stage despite a completely changed line-up, as Albania finish fourth and are out.
La Roja were able to completely rotate the squad after guaranteeing first place in the group, while Sylvinho knew he had to win and hope for a positive result from Croatia-Italy. There were several Serie A players in the starting XI, including Ylber Ramadani, Berat Djimsiti, Kristjan Asllani and Nedim Bajrami.
Despite all the changes, it was Spain who took the lead with Ferran Torres meeting the Dani Olmo assist, the finish going in off the inside of the upright.
Dani Olmo would’ve had a goal for himself before half-time if not for the sensational tackle from Atalanta defender Djimsiti.
Inter midfielder Asllani stung David Raya’s gloves and the goalkeeper risked a howler when launching a clearance against Aymeric Laporte to ricochet out for a corner.
Joselu’s acrobatic scissor-kick volley flashed inches wide and Armando Broja tested Raya.
Albania 0-1 Spain
Ferran Torres 13 (S)
Player statistic
| 13' |  |
Ferran Torres (Assist: Dani Olmo) |
| Nedim Bajrami |  |
66' | ||
| Medon Berisha | |
89' | ||
| 90' | |
Dani Vivian |
Match statistic
