Reigning world champions Spain came from behind to defeat England 3-2 in a dramatic UEFA Nations League encounter at Wembley Stadium Saturday.
Lamine Yamal opened the scoring for Spain just 104 seconds into the match. England responded before half-time through Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane to lead 2-1.
Spain equalised early in the second half when Álex Baena found the net, before Mikel Oyarzabal struck the winner to secure a 3-2 victory for La Roja.
The result highlighted ongoing questions over England’s defensive solidity against elite opposition. Spain capitalised on structural weaknesses, with Baena’s equaliser and Oyarzabal’s decisive goal exposing the hosts’ vulnerability after the break.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel saw his side lose control of the game in the second half despite holding the lead at the interval, continuing concerns over mentality and game management that had previously surfaced.
Yamal’s early strike extended his strong scoring form at both club and international level, underlining Spain’s attacking quality as they demonstrated why they remain among the world’s top sides.
