Spain Defeats England 3-2 in Thrilling Nations League Clash
Spain extended their unbeaten run to 39 matches after Mikel Oyarzabal scored the winner and Harry Kane missed a second-half penalty.
- On Saturday, September 26, 2026, Spain defeated England 3-2 at Wembley Stadium in the opening round of the UEFA Nations League Group A3, capitalizing on defensive errors to secure the comeback victory.
- Returning to action for the first time since their World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina, England manager Thomas Tuchel led his squad seeking redemption against the reigning world champions Spain.
- Lamine Yamal capitalized on a Marc Guehi error to open the scoring in the second minute, while Harry Kane's penalty struck the crossbar as England led 2-1 in the second half.
- Substitute Mikel Oyarzabal sealed the 3-2 comeback victory in the 74th minute with a delicate finish, extending Spain's unbeaten record to 39 matches and leaving Tuchel with defensive concerns.
- England faces the Czech Republic on Tuesday in Group A3 before a fixture against Croatia, while Spain hosts Croatia next, both teams continuing their Nations League campaigns through the international break.
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London (dpa) England captain Harry Kane said his team was close to the level of world champions Spain, despite losing to them in their opening UEFA Nations League match. He explained that his team did enough to prove they could compete with the world and European champions. Kane said, "I think we're close, no doubt about it, and anyone who watched the game would see that." He added, "Spain have the titles to prove they're superior, so until we …
Defendance? Attack? Ball possession? Even against world champion Spain, as in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, England does not manage to get a lead in the finish line. Thomas Tuchel ponders what to do.
London. Spain premiered its crown as world champion with a 3-2 victory over England at the Wembley stadium, English football cathedral, at the start of the League of Nations of Europe, to take the lead in group C.
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