The English national team was satisfied with a pale victory, despite its control of the meeting
The English team achieved a difficult victory over its host Andorra (1-0), today, Saturday, in its opening match in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, in the framework of the 11th Group, at the Espanyol Stadium.
Despite the differences between the two teams, England suffered against the defensive organization of Andorra, and was able to score until in the 50th minute, through Harry Kane after a pass from Cortis Jones.
The British dominated the match from the start, but their offensive attempts, led by Joud Bellingham and Noni Madoyki, lacked accuracy.
In the 14th minute, Andorra goalkeeper Alvarez tackled a powerful shot from Madoyki.
In the 19th minute, Kane missed a achieved chance, then Andorra tried to respond with a shot from Bora, in the 25th minute, but she did not pose a danger.
During the second half, Ken took advantage of a pass from Jones, and scored the winning goal.
The British was released after the goal, and Madeweki and alternative to Iberici Easi almost multiplied the result, but Alvarez starred again.
Andorra threatened England’s goal in the 76th minute through Lopez, but he was late in the shot, ending the match with a humble victory for the Euro 2024 runner -up.
