Who made an uncharacteristic error? England player ratings v Spain

What the report says

BBC Sport reported that England were beaten 3-2 by Spain at Wembley in the Nations League, in England’s first match since the summer World Cup. The game swung back and forth: Lamine Yamal put Spain ahead early, Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane turned the match in England’s favour, and Spain later equalised before Mikel Oyarzabal scored the winner. The piece focused on BBC Sport’s player ratings rather than a full match report.

Among the England players highlighted, Jude Bellingham received the strongest assessment after creating a goal, winning a penalty and remaining influential throughout. Gordon was also praised for a sharp counter-attacking goal and constant threat in behind Spain’s defence. Kane scored once but was criticised for missing a penalty that could have restored England’s cushion. Marc Guehi was singled out for an error that led to Spain’s opening goal, while Nico O’Reilly was noted both for assisting Kane and for being involved in the move that led to Spain’s second.

The article also said James Trafford showed promise with the ball at his feet and made an important save, while England’s midfield pairing of Elliott Anderson and Myles Lewis-Skelly took time to settle against Spain’s possession game. More broadly, the result underlined the challenge England face against elite opposition and offered an early look at how several younger players are being used in different roles as the team adjusts after the World Cup.