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England returned to Wembley to face bottom-of-Nations-League-Group-A3 Czech Republic in their final fixture of this September break. Fresh off their 7–0 demolition job of Croatia at the weekend, they headed back to the capital with anticipation of another hefty win against Czech Republic. Several faces made their way back into the starting XI, with Trent Alexander-Arnold starting at right-back, forcing Jarell Quansah, who was right-back for the two prior games, back to his na

Spain’s status as world champions was underlined once again at Wembley as La Roja came from behind to defeat England 3–2 in a thrilling UEFA Nations League encounter. After falling behind following first-half goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane, Spain responded through substitute Álex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal, while Lamine Yamal’s early opener had set the tone for another ruthless display from Luis de la Fuente’s side. England will particularly rue Kane’s missed second-

England lost to Japan in their final home game before the World Cup. Japan held off a late England surge to win 1–0 away at Wembley. The visitors had taken the lead through Kaoru Mitoma midway through the first half. England manager Thomas Tuchel used the first hour of the game to trial a new attacking system, which saw the hosts play without a recognised striker. England started the game with a fluid front four comprising: Phil Foden, Anthony Gordon, Morgan Rogers, and Cole