England’s campaign in the 2026-27 edition of the Nations League begins with a huge clash against European and world champions Spain at the iconic Wembley Stadium.
Saturday night’s fixture is a repeat of the Euro 2024 final, which La Roja won 2-1 thanks to a late goal from Mikel Oyarzabal.
Gareth Southgate was in charge that night, but now it is the turn of Thomas Tuchel to take on Spain’s Luis de la Fuente in the managerial dugout.
Of course, Tuchel is still recovering from the criticism aimed at him for his role in England’s semi-final defeat to Argentina at World Cup 2026.
As such, this represents a pretty big game for the Three Lions boss, who has already seen a quintet of players in Declan Rice, Cole Palmer, Kobbie Mainoo, Marcus Rashford and Tino Livramento drop out of his squad, with Morgan Gibbs-White and James Garner called up as replacements.
Pedro Porro is the only notable injury absentee for Spain, who are looking to extend their already record-breaking 38-game unbeaten run – not including penalty shootouts.
A fascinating contest between two European heavyweights awaits us at Wembley, and we have previewed the match in full, as well as picking out some betting online tips based on the latest Nations League odds.
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Where can I watch England vs Spain in the UK?
England vs Spain will be broadcast live on ITV1, with kick-off scheduled for 7:45pm UK time.
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Recent results
England’s World Cup 2026 dream ended in tears as Tuchel’s men crashed out at the semi-final stage after previously beating DR Congo (2-1), Mexico (2-3) and Norway (2-1) in the knockouts. Anthony Gordon gave Tuchel’s side the lead against Argentina, but bizarre defensive tactics in the second half saw Lionel Messi and the South Americans take full control, with Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez netting late on to seal a 2-1 victory. England went on to beat France 6-4 in a thoroughly entertaining Third-Place Play-Off, securing their best World Cup finish since 1966 in the process.
It was Spain who lifted the biggest trophy of them all back in July, an extra-time strike from Ferran Torres earning a memorable 1-0 victory over Argentina in Miami. Soon after, Rodri won the Golden Ball, while Pau Cubarsi was crowned the Young Player of the Tournament. From their other knockout games out in North America, Spain beat Austria (3-0), Portugal (0-1), Belgium (2-1) and France (0-2). Amazingly, La Roja conceded just one goal and 10 shots on target at the World Cup, outrageous stuff.
Head-to-head record
England and Spain met 10 times previously in the 21st century, with the Three Lions collecting only three victories – the most recent a 3-2 win in Seville during the 2018-19 Nations League.
Spain won 2-1 on their previous visit to Wembley, and boast six victories against England overall since the turn of the millennium.
Team news
*Squads subject to change
England squad:
Goalkeepers – Jordan Pickford, Jason Steele, James Trafford
Defenders – Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jarrad Branthwaite, Trevoh Chalobah, Marc Guehi, Lewis Hall, Ezri Konsa, Nico O’Reilly, Jarrell Quansah
Midfielders – Elliot Anderson, Jude Bellingham, Games Garner, Morgan Gibbs-White, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Alex Scott
Forwards – Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Eberechi Eze, Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane, Rio Ngumoha, Morgan Rogers, Bukayo Saka
Spain squad:
Goalkeepers – Unai Simon, David Raya, Josep Martinez
Defenders – Eric Garcia, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte, Daniel Vivian, Dean Huijsen, Marc Cucurella, Alejandro Grimaldo, Ivan Fresneda
Midfielders – Rodri, Martin Zubimendi, Pedri, Fabian Ruiz, Milkel Merino, Dani Olmo, Alex Baena, Fermin Lopez
Forwards – Nico Williams, Yeremy Pino, Mikel Oyarzabal, Ferran Torres, Roberto Fernandez, Lamine Yamal, Victor Munoz
England vs Spain Odds
*All odds are subject to change
England are slight underdogs ahead of kick-off at a price of 2.76. A victory for world champions Spain is at odds of 2.41, while the draw is 3.20.
England vs Spain Betting Tips
Player to score or assist – Lamine Yamal @ 2.21
Yamal failed to deliver goals and assists aplenty at World Cup 2026, mainly because he was still recovering from a muscle injury. But the teenage superstar has kicked off 2026-27 with Barcelona in absolutely ridiculous fashion. After eight games across all competitions, Yamal is already on eight goals and six assists, stupidly good numbers really. Left-back has been far from England’s strongest area in recent times, which could see Yamal strut his stuff under the lights at Wembley.
Player to score or assist – Jude Bellingham @ 2.85
Bellingham was absolutely electric at World Cup 2026, the midfield maestro scoring seven goals and tallying one assist. Like Yamal, he has also started 2026-27 in great form, already boasting three goals and two assists for Real Madrid in La Liga. Bellingham is the man that makes things happen and even though Spain are a strong side, the odds on offer here are very tempting indeed. Interestingly, Anthony Gordon is available at the same price in this market, and he could also be a viable option. As mentioned above, the winger scored in the World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina and has started his Barcelona career with four assists in seven appearances.
Draw no bet – Spain @ 1.79
Spain’s 38-game unbeaten run almost beggars belief, and it is therefore incredibly hard to tip De la Fuente’s men to suffer defeat – particularly against an England team missing its key midfield lynchpin in Rice. If you back this selection, a draw sees your stake returned.
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