The visitors established a commanding three-goal advantage inside an hour through Harry Kane, Ezri Konsa, and Ben White, keeping the hosts without a shot on target throughout the first half. Momentum swung when Elliot Anderson was sent off in the 65th minute, allowing Spain to pull back two goals via a Mikel Oyarzabal penalty and a Nico Williams strike. Goalkeeper James Trafford preserved the win with a vital stoppage-time double save to ensure England topped the group as both nations finished level on 15 points.
Key points
England achieved a national record 10th consecutive away victory by taking all three poin…: England achieved a national record 10th consecutive away victory by taking all three points in Madrid.
Spain suffered their first defeat since March 2024, concluding a 43-game unbeaten run as…: Spain suffered their first defeat since March 2024, concluding a 43-game unbeaten run as European and World champions.
Both nations finished Group A3 level on 15 points and advance to the Nations League quart…: Both nations finished Group A3 level on 15 points and advance to the Nations League quarterfinals ahead of Friday's draw.
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Spain suffer first defeat since March 2024 after losing 3-2 to England in Madrid despite grandstand finish.
England held on with 10 men to record a stunning win over Spain in Madrid in one of the great UEFA Nations League games.
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