Overview

• England claimed a 1-0 victory against Spain in a Nations League group stage match, avenging their loss in the 2023 Women's World Cup final.
• Jess Park scored the match's only goal in the first half, capitalizing on Alessia Russo's deflected shot to secure the win for England.
• Hannah Hampton's standout goalkeeping and England's resolute defense thwarted Spain, who created numerous chances but struggled with poor finishing.
• Spain's defeat puts them at risk of losing a top seed for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup European qualification stages, raising stakes for the return fixture in June.
• England's performance, led by Lauren James and a solid defensive unit, provides a morale boost ahead of their European title defense this summer.