Yamal returns as Spain make changes for Nations League clash with England

Luis de la Fuente has named Lamine Yamal in Spain’s starting XI for Sunday evening’s Nations League meeting with England at the Metropolitano.

Yamal missed Spain’s previous match against the Czech Republic because he was not fully fit, but the forward has been selected from the start for the final game of the group stage.

Spain lead Group C with a perfect 15 points from their matches so far. England are second, three points behind, meaning the visitors must win to move above the holders and claim top spot.

Spain’s starting line-up is:

Goalkeeper: Unai Simon

Defenders: Marc Pubill, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella

Midfielders: Martin Zubimendi, Fabian Ruiz, Mikel Merino

Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal, Alex Baena

England manager Thomas Tuchel has also announced his team for the meeting with Spain.

Tuchel has selected a strong attacking unit, with Anthony Gordon and Morgan Rogers supporting captain Harry Kane as England aim to take first place in the group.

England’s line-up is:

Goalkeeper: James Trafford

Defenders: Jarell Quansah, Ezri Konsa, Ben White, Lewis Hall

Midfielders: Jude Bellingham, Elliot Anderson, Declan Rice

Forwards: Anthony Gordon, Morgan Rogers, Harry Kane

The match brings together the top two sides in the group on the final matchday of the Nations League League A stage. Spain’s three-point advantage means England need victory at the Metropolitano to finish above their opponents.