England have produced a memorable performance to defeat world champions Spain 3-2 in a thrilling Nations League clash in Madrid, ending their remarkable 43-match unbeaten run.
The Three Lions looked firmly in control after taking a 1-0 lead into half-time, with captain Harry Kane converting a penalty in the 45th minute.
England continued their impressive display after the break, with Ezri Konsa doubling the advantage in the 53rd minute following a pass from Declan Rice.
Just four minutes later, Ben White made it 3-0 in the 57th minute after being set up by Jude Bellingham, leaving Spain with a mountain to climb.
However, the match took a dramatic twist in the 63rd minute when Elliot Anderson was shown a straight red card for a last-man foul on Lamine Yamal, leaving England to defend their lead with 10 men.
Spain immediately took advantage, with Mikel Oyarzabal converting a penalty in the 65th minute before Nico Williams struck in the 75th minute, finishing off a cross from Yamal to make it 3-2.
Despite the late Spanish surge, England showed tremendous resilience to secure all three points and claim a famous victory on Spanish soil.
The result sees England finish above Spain at the top of Nations League A Group 3, while also securing a seeded position for the quarter-final draw.
England will find out who they will face in the Nations League quarter-finals when the draw takes place this Saturday.
Source: Sky Sports
