England secured an impressive Nations League victory over reigning champions Spain. On a night when the floodlights temporarily went off at Wembley in the second half, England shone bright in their first match against the world champions since the 2023 Women’s World Cup final in Sydney, Australia.

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Hannah Hampton and Lauren James were in fine form as England triumphed 1-0 over a toothless Spain in the Nations League.

Sarina Wiegman said victory over world champions Spain served as a reminder that the Lionesses can compete with the best teams on the planet. England won 1-0 against the Spanish on Wednesday night thanks to Jess Park’s first-half goal.

For the home side, Chloe Kelly and Alessia Russo are both likely to start in attack, with the latter looking to add to her 21 England goals after scoring against Portugal last week. Stalwart defender Leah Williamson remains Wiegman’s first choice for the captain’s armband.

England face Spain at Wembley in a blockbuster rematch of the Women’s World Cup final in the Nations League. The Lionesses were beaten by Spain in August 2023, in a match that was overshadowed by Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso without her consent.