Spain opened their 2026/27 Nations League campaign with a dramatic 3–2 victory over England at Wembley in a match where the lead changed hands twice.
Lamine Yamal scored in the second minute, but England responded before half-time. Anthony Gordon equalised in the 36th minute and Harry Kane put Thomas Tuchel's side ahead four minutes later.
The turning point arrived in the 54th minute. Kane had the chance to make it 3–1 from the penalty spot, but his attempt struck the crossbar.
Spain seized the momentum. Substitute Álex Baena equalised in the 60th minute before Mikel Oyarzabal—also introduced from the bench—scored the winner in the 74th.
The result is official. UEFA lists the match as England 2–3 Spain in Group A3; this report contains no transfer element or unconfirmed claim.
SOURCES: UEFA, September 26, 2026 — https://www.uefa.com/uefanationsleague/news/02a9-21abb9d8b85c-0d9416d472ce-1000--uefa-nations-league-matchday-1-highlights-and-round-up-c/ · The Guardian, September 26, 2026 — https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/26/england-spain-nations-league-match-report
