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Gordon and Kane fire England to Nations League victory against 10-man Czechia

Anybody can lose to Spain. But when England did so at Wembley on Saturday, it served to turn the temperature up on on this trip to Czechia, where England have form for finding it difficult. Remember the European championship qualifier…

By David Hytner · The Guardian

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 8:58 PM

Key Things to Know

England defeated 10-man Czechia 2-0 in the Nations League with goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane.
Czechia midfielder Pavel Sulc was shown a straight red card in the 23rd minute following a VAR review.
Trent Alexander-Arnold provided the assist for Gordon's opening goal early in the second half.

The Story in 60 Seconds

England earned a 2-0 Nations League victory over 10-man Czechia at the Fortuna Arena. Following a 23rd-minute red card for Czechia midfielder Pavel Sulc after a VAR review, Anthony Gordon broke the deadlock early in the second half by heading home a cross from Trent Alexander-Arnold. Harry Kane later sealed the win by firing in a loose ball to register his 87th international goal.

The result marked Thomas Tuchel's first clean sheet in seven matches as England manager following an altered defensive lineup. The contest also saw Morgan Rogers hit the post, substitute appearances for debutants Alex Scott and Rio Ngumoha, and an England side that comfortably controlled possession after the interval.

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Gordon and Kane fire England to Nations League victory against 10-man Czechia

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