England face Spain at Wembley in a blockbuster rematch of the Women’s World Cup final in the Nations League.
The Lionesses were beaten by Spain in August 2023, in a match that was overshadowed by Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso without her consent.
While a verdict in the trial against Rubiales was only reached last week, attention on the pitch turns to this year’s Nations League campaign ahead of the summer’s Euros.
England were held by Portugal to a disappointing 1-1 draw in their opening fixture on Friday, while Spain scored two stoppage-time goals to beat Belgium 3-2 in a thrilling comeback.
A defeat for Sarina Wiegman’s side at Wembley would be an early blow for their chances of reaching the Nations League finals, with only the top team from each group progressing.
Here’s everything you need to know:
Is England vs Spain on TV?
The match will be shown live on ITV 4, with coverage getting underway from 7:15pm on Wednesday 26 February. It will also be available to stream online on ITV X. Kick-off is 8pm at Wembley.
Confirmed line-ups
England XI: Hampton; Bronze, Williamson, Bright, Carter; Walsh, Clinton, Toone; Park, Russo, James
Spain XI: Coll; Batlle, Parades, Mendez, Carmona; Aleixandri, Bonmati, Caldentey; Paralluelo, L Garcia, Pina
What is the England team news?
England have no injury concerns since the Portugal game but make one change, with goalkeeper Hannah Hampton replacing Mary Earps.
Lucy Bronze’s withdrawal at half-time on Friday was just a precaution and the right back joins Leah Williamson and Millie Bright in defence, while Niamh Charles at left back.
Grace Clinton starts alongside Keira Walsh in midfield and impressed, with Ella Toone further ahead. Alessia Russo starts up front, with Lauren James and Jess Park on the wings.
Georgia Stanway, Alex Greenwood, Lauren Hemp are long-term absentees and Beth Mead and Lotte Wubben-Moy were forced to withdraw from the initial squad.
