England Promoted to League A After 5-0 Win

England secured promotion back to League A of the Nations League with a commanding 5-0 victory against the Republic of Ireland at Wembley, marking Lee Carsley's final game as interim manager. The match turned decisively in the second half after Irish defender Liam Scales was sent off for a foul on Jude Bellingham, leading to Harry Kane converting the ensuing penalty. England quickly capitalized, with goals from Anthony Gordon and Conor Gallagher within six minutes, followed by strikes from Jarrod Bowen and debutant Taylor Harwood-Bellis. Despite dominating possession in the first half, England struggled to break down Ireland's defense until the red card changed the game's dynamics. Carsley, who led the team to five wins in six matches, will pass the reins to Thomas Tuchel starting January 1. The win not only boosts England's status in the Nations League but also prepares them for the upcoming World Cup qualifying draw.