England vs Spain: When Did England Last Beat Spain? Head-to-Head Record and Last Five Games Ahead of Euros Final
As the highly anticipated Euros final approaches, fans are keen to review the history between England and Spain. Let's delve into their head-to-head record and the outcomes of their last five encounters.
### When Did England Last Beat Spain?
England's most recent victory against Spain occurred on October 15, 2018, during a UEFA Nations League match. The match ended with a 3-2 scoreline in favor of England, marking a significant win for the English team on Spanish soil.
### Head-to-Head Record
The historical encounters between England and Spain have often been closely contested. Since 2004, Spain has dominated this rivalry with five wins, while England has managed just one victory, and one match ended in a draw. Here is a detailed look at their head-to-head record:
- **Total Matches**: 7
- **Spain Wins**: 5
- **England Wins**: 1
- **Draws**: 1
### Last Five Games
Here’s a breakdown of the last five matches between England and Spain:
1. **Spain 3-2 England** (UEFA Nations League, October 2018)
- England's memorable win came from goals by Raheem Sterling (2) and Marcus Rashford.
2. **Spain 2-0 England** (Friendly, November 2015)
- Spain secured a comfortable win with goals from Mario Gaspar and Santi Cazorla.
3. **England 1-0 Spain** (Friendly, November 2011)
- A late goal from Frank Lampard gave England a narrow victory at Wembley.
4. **Spain 2-0 England** (Friendly, February 2009)
- Goals from David Villa and Fernando Llorente led Spain to a win.
5. **Spain 1-0 England** (Friendly, February 2007)
- Andres Iniesta's goal secured the win for Spain.
### Conclusion
As the Euros final looms, England will look to overturn their historical struggles against Spain with a decisive performance. Fans will be hoping for a repeat of the spirited display seen in their last victory back in 2018. Regardless of the outcome, the match promises to be an exciting showdown between two of Europe’s footballing powerhouses.
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