According to the London Evening Standard on Friday, November 13, 2026, Spain and England are set to meet in a pivotal Nations League match in Madrid. Both sides are aiming to finish top of League A3 before the knockout rounds begin.

England guaranteed a top-two finish by beating Croatia on Thursday. However, Thomas Tuchel’s team can still move above the reigning world and European champions in the standings.

After five matches each, England are three points behind Spain. A win would put England top, with their superior goal difference expected to decide the ranking. Spain need only draw to preserve their lead and secure first place, which could also give them a more favourable path through the knockout stages.

The match will take place on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at Atlético Madrid’s Metropolitano Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:45 p.m. GMT.

England may have Ezri Konsa and Djed Spence back in contention. Both defenders missed the Croatia match through injury but were expected to return to training. Their availability would give Tuchel more defensive options and could see them replace Trent Alexander-Arnold and Lewis Hall.

Harry Kane is expected to lead England’s attack after making his 127th international appearance. Jude Bellingham, Morgan Rogers and Anthony Gordon could also keep their places in the forward line.

Spain have received a fitness boost of their own, with Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal reportedly in excellent condition after missing the win over the Czech Republic with a knee problem. Manager Luis de la Fuente said Yamal could play the full match, making him a likely replacement for Yeremy Pino.

Spain come into the game on a run of twelve straight wins. Their last meeting with England was a dramatic 3–2 victory at Wembley. The prediction backs Spain to extend their winning streak, though England are expected to put up a strong challenge.

The historical record reflects the closeness of the rivalry: England have beaten Spain fourteen times, while Spain have won twelve meetings, with three matches ending in draws.

Date: November 15, 2026 

Kick-off: 8:45 p.m. Nigeria time