Spain are preparing to face England in their UEFA Nations League clash on Sunday, with Lamine Yamal expected to return to the squad. Luis de la Fuente’s side will also look to extend their remarkable unbeaten run in the tournament.
Spain have gone 43 consecutive competitive matches without defeat, recording 36 wins and seven draws since their last loss in March 2023. Their unbeaten run across all matches stands at 42 games, surpassing Italy’s previous record of 37 matches.
Yamal missed Spain’s 2-0 victory over Czechia on Thursday due to inflammation in his right knee. The Barcelona forward stayed back at his club to continue his recovery before joining the national team.
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente confirmed that the 19-year-old was expected to return to training ahead of the England fixture.
“Lamine feels very good now and is really looking forward to joining the squad tomorrow,” De la Fuente said.
Mikel Oyarzabal is also expected to return after missing the Czechia game to attend the birth of his second child.
Spain have already secured qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals and currently lead League A Group 3 with 12 points. England are three points behind them.
The two teams have already met once in the competition this season, with Spain securing a thrilling 3-2 victory at Wembley in September. Yamal scored the opening goal before Alex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal completed the comeback after England had taken a 2-1 lead.
Spain will now aim to continue their impressive run when they host England on November 15. A draw or victory will also ensure that De la Fuente’s side finish at the top of their group.
