Spain rallied from a 1-3 halftime hole to defeat England 3-1 at Wembley, extending its competitive unbeaten run to 39 matches.
What happened
England led 3-1 after a missed penalty by Harry Kane. In the second half, coach Luis de la Fuente introduced Dani Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal, who each scored to complete the comeback.
Why it matters
The win marks Spain’s first victory at Wembley and demonstrates its ability to recover when trailing, a contrast to recent dominance where it often controlled games.
Background
England, the 2024 European Championship runner‑up and third‑place finisher at the summer World Cup, entered the match as a strong opponent. Spain, playing its second match with a new star, had not been behind on the scoreboard in a year prior to this game.
What comes next
Spain will look to maintain its unbeaten streak in upcoming qualifiers, while England must address defensive lapses that allowed the late goals. Both teams remain in contention for upcoming tournament spots.