England edges Spain 1-0 in Nations League clash

England secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Spain in their Nations League match at Wembley, with Jess Park scoring the decisive goal in the 33rd minute. The match marked the first encounter between the two teams since Spain's victory in the World Cup final in 2023. Spain started strong, nearly scoring when Lucia Garcia hit the crossbar, but England gradually found their rhythm, with goalkeeper Hannah Hampton making crucial saves. The win lifts England in their Nations League standings, putting them level on points with Portugal. Manager Sarina Wiegman emphasized the need for resilience, noting the increased difficulty of matches in the Nations League. The victory alleviates some pressure on the Lionesses ahead of their upcoming challenges in the Euro qualifiers.