Spain Defeats England in Five Goal Nations League Thriller at Wembley

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Spain overcame England in a five-goal thriller at Wembley to claim victory in their UEFA Nations League opener.

World champions Spain secured a victory against England in a high scoring UEFA Nations League encounter at Wembley Stadium. Mikel Oyarzabal scored the decisive goal to seal the win in the five goal thriller after capitalizing on defensive errors. The fixture marked the first appearance for both sides since the World Cup.

Mikel Oyarzabal clinched the victory for Spain by converting a late chance after defensive lapses from the English side.
The match finished with a three to two scoreline in favour of the visiting Spanish team.
The fixture marked the first competitive outing for both nations following the conclusion of the World Cup.

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3goals scored by Spain

2goals scored by England

Timeline

Sep 23Previews and build-up began ahead of the upcoming Nations League encounter between Spain and England.
Sep 26Spain defeated England three to two in a five-goal thriller at Wembley Stadium.

Why it matters

This UEFA Nations League encounter serves as an immediate high-profile rematch and the opening fixture for both squads following their World Cup campaigns.

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Spain defeated England three to two at Wembley Stadium in a high scoring UEFA Nations League match.

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