The Nations League draw took place on ThursdayEngland have been handed a brutal Nations League draw, which will see Thomas Tuchel's side face Spain in a repeat of the European Championship final. The Three Lions are back in the top tier of the Nations League, having earned promotion under interim Lee Carsley back in 2024. Whereas Czechia, who are the lowest-ranked team in the group, make up their third and final opponent. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTElsewhere in the Nations League draw, Wales, who are also in the top tier, won't be too disheartened by their hopes of success. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTNorthern Ireland have been handed somewhat of a nightmare draw, given their Group B opponents are made up of Hungary, Ukraine and Georgia.

Source: Express February 12, 2026 17:57 UTC