England Hold Off Spain for 3-2 Nations League Win After Elliot Anderson Red Card
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England Hold Off Spain for 3-2 Nations League Win After Elliot Anderson Red Card

It looked as though it would be a straightforward win, but after a sending-off, England had to work hard to beat Spain 3-2 in the Nations League.

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For just over an hour, the match was one-sided in Madrid as the European giants met at Atlético Madrid’s home ground, the Metropolitano.

Harry Kane, Ezri Konsa and Ben White had scored one, two and three goals respectively, leaving Spain goalless. But in the 63rd minute, England midfielder Elliot Anderson was sent off, and Spain came to life.

Two Basques brought Spain back into the match: Real Sociedad’s Mikel Oyarzabal and Athletic Club’s Nico Williams. Williams scored Spain’s second goal, making it 3-2, in the 75th minute. Despite continued pressure, England held firm and emerged victorious.

Elsewhere in the Nations League, Belgium beat Italy 4-1 and France beat Turkey 2-1.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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