England 2-3 Spain: Five key takeaways from UEFA Nations League match
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La Roja come from behind to secure a win.
In a thrilling UEFA Nations League encounter at Wembley Stadium, Spain beat England 3-2. La Roja won 3-2 with two goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Álex Baena in the second half. Lamine Yamal’s early strike was followed by goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane for England.
Key takeaways from the UEFA Nations League match
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5. Three Lions’ defence exposed by Spain
The Three Lions’ defence has come under fire for seeming vulnerable against top-tier opponents, such as slipping into a passive shell or giving up late goals while under duress. The question of whether the backline can withstand elite international teams is still being debated due to defensive flaws.
Álex Baena tied the score at 2-2 as Spain swiftly took advantage of England’s weak structure. As the game went on, Mikel Oyarzabal put Spain ahead 3-2.
4. Thomas Tuchel still needs work on the team’s mentality
For Thomas Tuchel, mental fragility and game control continue to be major puzzles. England’s old habits returned during the UEFA Nations League match at Wembley. The Three Lions entirely lost control of the game in the second half, despite rallying from an early Lamine Yamal opening to take a 2-1 lead at halftime.
This breakdown is similar to the tactical and psychological problems that beset England just two months ago. They were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup due to defensive retreats against Argentina.
3. La Roja demonstrate why they are World champions
Defending world champions Spain (La Roja) defeated England in a dramatic comeback in their 2026–27 UEFA Nations League encounter. La Roja won 3-2 with two goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Álex Baena in the second half. All after Lamine Yamal’s early strike was followed by goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane for England.
2. Spain come from behind to beat England
In their 2026–27 UEFA Nations League match, reigning world champions Spain pulled off an incredible comeback victory over England. Lamine Yamal’s early goal was followed by goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane for England. But Mikel Oyarzabal and Álex Baena’s goals in the second half gave Spain a 3-2 victory.
1. Lamine Yamal continue his goalscoring form
Lamine Yamal gave Spain the lead just 104 seconds into their UEFA Nations League game against England at Wembley Stadium. His incredible goal-scoring form for FC Barcelona at the beginning of the 2026–2027 season is directly reflected in this early international goal.
Who won the game?
Spain won the game 3-2.
Who scored for Spain?
Lamine Yamal, Alex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal.
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