London will stage the opening act of a new UEFA Nations League group campaign on Saturday as England welcome world champions Spain to Wembley.
The meeting brings two of Europe’s leading national sides together in the first round of the group phase, with both teams chasing an early advantage in a competition where dropped points can quickly shape the final standings.
England will have home support behind them at the national stadium and will look to make their attacking edge count in front of a London crowd. Spain arrive carrying the status of world champions and will aim to control the contest through their established possession-based approach.
Wembley hosts the first group-stage test
The match is scheduled for Saturday, 26 September 2026, at Wembley Stadium. Kick-off is set for 12:45 Central Mexico Time.
For Spain, the trip to England represents an immediate high-level examination at the start of their continental campaign. England, meanwhile, have the opportunity to begin at home against one of the strongest opponents they could face in the group.
Match details
| Match | England vs Spain |
|---|---|
| Competition | UEFA Nations League, group stage, matchday one |
| Date | Saturday, 26 September 2026 |
| Venue | Wembley Stadium, London |
| Kick-off | 12:45 Central Mexico Time |
| Broadcast | Sky Sports and Izzi on pay television; Sky+ via streaming |
