England stun Spain to end La Roja’s 43-game unbeaten run
Summary
England beat Spain 3-2 in Madrid to finish first in UEFA Nations League Group A3 on goal difference, with both teams ending on 15 points. England led 3-0 before Elliot Anderson was sent off; Spain scored twice, but England held on for its first defeat of Spain in 43 games.Key Facts
- Harry Kane scored a penalty just before halftime after Pau Cubarsí fouled him in the box.
- Ezri Konsa headed in England’s second goal from Declan Rice’s corner eight minutes into the second half.
- Ben White scored England’s third goal four minutes later after a counterattack involving Jude Bellingham.
- Elliot Anderson received a straight red card in the 65th minute for denying Lamine Yamal a goalscoring opportunity.
- Mikel Oyarzabal converted the penalty awarded after Anderson’s red card, and Nico Williams scored Spain’s second goal.
- Goalkeeper James Trafford made two saves in stoppage time to preserve England’s lead.
- England recorded its 10th consecutive away win and ended Spain’s 43-game unbeaten run.
- Both teams finished Group A3 with 15 points; England took first place on goal difference.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.
