Spain edges England in Nations League as Kane penalty falters
Spain beat England 3-2 in a Nations League match after Harry Kane's penalty hit the crossbar in the 54th minute.
Spain secured their third consecutive Nations League win, with Mikel Oyarzabal's late finish settling a thrilling encounter at Wembley. England led 2-1 through goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane after Spain's Lamine Yamal opened the scoring early.
Kane's penalty struck the crossbar in the 54th minute when his standing foot gave way in the turf, and momentum swung decisively. Spain equalised shortly after through Álex Baena, then Oyarzabal's delicate chip proved the difference.
England's defence struggled against Spain's relentless press throughout. Jude Bellingham drove England's push to the end, but Spain proved too much.
- Spain 3, England 2
- Final score
- 54th minute
- Penalty moment
- Wembley
- Venue
- Third consecutive Nations League win
- Spain's run
Why it mattersTuchel's England showed promise but need to tighten defence and clinical finishing if they want to challenge top nations.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect, though English Premier League players and Australian football fans follow international fixtures closely.
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