Yamal nets decisive goal as Spain overturn England in Nations League thriller

Lamine Yamal opened the scoring against England, slipping the ball past Harry Kane in the 23rd minute.

Yamal nets the opener as Spain surge

The early lead seemed to set the tone, but England equalised through a penalty that Kane missed, sparking a dramatic shift.

Spain responded with relentless pressure, culminating in a ↑3-2 victory that clinched three points.

“We never lost belief,” said Spain captain after the match.

England’s frustration was palpable, reflected in a missed spot‑kick and a ↓1 point drop in the group.

Analysts note that the match highlighted Spain’s depth, especially after the pandemic-induced schedule congestion. For a deeper dive, see the Reuters report.

Reported by Donovan Trent (Global Sports Analytics Director).