Spain vs England LIVE: Team news and line-ups ahead of Nations League decider
England are tasked with defeating world champions Spain on their own turf as Thomas Tuchel’s men look to snatch top spot in their Nations League group.
The Three Lions have already secured their place in the quarter-finals after dispatching Croatia 2-1 on Thursday, with Harry Kane scoring from the spot on his record-breaking 126th cap to prove the difference.
They now travel to Madrid for a winner-takes-all clash at the pinnacle of Group A3, with England hoping to exact some revenge after suffering defeat to Spain at Wembley in their group-stage opener in September.
Questions surrounding anti-racism protocols have overshadowed the build-up to the match, with Tuchel angered by his remarks being “twisted” after they sparked a barbed response from Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente.
Follow all the latest updates from Spain vs England in our live blog below:
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Team news
15:25 , Chris Wilson
Luis de la Fuente has said that Lamine Yamal is fit to feature for Spain having been left out of the squad for the 2-0 victory over Czechia on Thursday.
“Lamine is suffering from inflammation in his knee, he has fluid buildup,” he said, “Our medical staff, along with those of his club, assessed the situation, and I decided that, to avoid this trip. His recovery is going well, and we believe he’ll be with us on Friday”.
Mikel Oyarzabal could also feature in the squad missed the Czechia match due to illness.
When is Spain v England?
15:20 , Chris Wilson
Spain host England in the final group fixture of the Nations League at the Metropolitano Stadium on Sunday 15 November, with kick-off at 7.45pm GMT.
How can I watch it?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on ITV1, with coverage from 7pm GMT. A live stream will be available via ITVX.
Spain v England
15:15 , Chris Wilson
England travel to Spain for the conclusion of the group stage of the Nations League with the goal of topping the A3 table and forcing the world champions into second place.
The winner of this Nations League tie will finish top of the group with Spain currently sitting first after a perfect run of five wins from five. Luis de le Fuente’s team defeated England 3-2 in a blockbuster clash back in September at Wembley. Lamine Yamal had put the visitors ahead before Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane wrestled back the advantage only for Alex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal to clinch the win.
Thomas Tuchel’s side have won each of their four games since including two impressive victories over Croatia to leave them in contention to win the group. Tuchel has openly stated that is the aim for this international break and England can prove their credentials as a major competitor to win the Nations League title should they overcome Spain.
However, Spain are on a 42-match unbeaten run since a 1-0 loss to Colombia in March 2024 and will be difficult to defeat with the backing of a home crowd.
Good afternoon
15:10 , Chris Wilson
Hello and welcome to The Independent’s live blog coverage of tonight’s Nations League game between Spain and England.
This is the last game of the group stage for the Three Lions, with the winner guaranteed to finish top of Group A3.
The world champions beat England at Wembley in a thriller in September, but Tuchel’s side have won each of their four games since, and this one promises to be an intriguing match-up in Madrid.
We’ll have all the latest build-up, team news and updates right here.
