While victory offers not much more than the prospect of a more favourable Nations League quarter-final in March, it would be a landmark moment for England if they could end Spain's run of 43 matches without defeat.
Thomas Tuchel believes England are ready to end Spain's unbeaten record when they face the world and European champions in Madrid on Sunday.
While victory offers not much more than the prospect of a more favourable Nations League quarter-final in March, it would be a landmark moment for England if they could end Spain's run of 43 matches without defeat.
"It (Spain) is a team that has forgotten how to lose, so of course it requires a top performance first of all, and if we can deliver this performance, it will give us a big boost," said England manager Tuchel, whose side beat Croatia 2-1 at Wembley on Thursday.
"I think we're there, and I think we're ready to win on Sunday," the German added.
"I know what it takes, and no one can ever guarantee it, but I think it's the moment to check how far we are and to push our limit and proof of concept."
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