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England players struggle in loss to Spain after City charges

BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 10:47 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

England players struggle in loss to Spain after City charges

Summary

In a match at Wembley, England faced Spain and suffered a 3-2 defeat, largely attributed to errors from players associated with Manchester City. Nico O'Reilly and Marc Guehi made critical mistakes leading to two Spanish goals, while Rodri's challenge resulted in an England penalty that was missed by Harry Kane. England manager Thomas Tuchel acknowledged the potential distraction caused by recent developments regarding City's financial rule violations. The match began shortly after City was found guilty of breaching financial rules, raising questions about its impact on player performance. England's captain Kane attempted to deflect blame from club issues, insisting focus remained on the national team.

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By the Numbers

•England lost 3-2 to Spain at Wembley on September 26, 2026.
•Errors from City players O'Reilly and Guehi contributed to two Spanish goals.
•Rodri, playing for Spain, gave away a penalty that Kane missed.
•Tuchel speculated on whether the City charges distracted affected players.
•Kane denied any connection between the financial issues and player mistakes.

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10:47 PMBBC Football — Tuchel rues 'big mistakes' - did Man City charges have impact?

What they're saying

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England's loss to Spain was decided by uncharacteristic mistakes, with two Man City players making errors - so did club news affect performances for country?
— BBC Football

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