Oyarzabal earns Spain Nations League win as England pay for Kane penalty miss
It was another high-profile game when Thomas Tuchel’s England let a lead slip in the second half and went on to lose. But unlike the last time, it was not one for recriminations. The England support can accept losing when their team plays with cut and thrust. More to the point, they can accept losing to Spain who, at times, played football from a different stratosphere.
TL;DR
- England lost their Nations League opener to Spain after letting a lead slip in the second half.
- Harry Kane missed a crucial penalty in the 54th minute, which would have put England 3-1 up.
- Jude Bellingham was a standout performer for England, playing with high energy and driving the team forward.
- Spain showcased exceptional slickness and control, leading to goals from Lamine Yamal, Álex Baena, and Mikel Oyarzabal.
- The England support accepted the loss due to the team's effort and Spain's superior quality, with no negativity reported from the Wembley crowd.
- Thomas Tuchel started James Trafford over Jordan Pickford in goal.