Greece secured a dramatic 2–1 victory over England in a Nations League Group F clash at Wembley Stadium. Vangelis Pavlidis opened the scoring in the 49th minute, putting the visitors ahead after a tight first half that ended goalless, Softfootball reports.
England responded late in the game, with Jude Bellingham equalizing in the 87th minute following an assist from Dominic Solanke. The home side appeared to be on course for a draw, but Greece snatched victory in stoppage time when Pavlidis struck again in the 90+4th minute, assisted by Dimitrios Pelkas.
The match featured physical intensity, with England receiving two yellow cards and Greece four. England dominated possession with 62% but were unable to convert their chances into goals, recording only two shots on target. Greece, despite limited possession, were clinical and capitalized on key opportunities.
Thomas Tuchel’s side made several substitutions in search of an equalizer, including introducing Noni Madueke, Ollie Watkins, and Dominic Solanke, but Greece’s disciplined defense held firm. The result leaves England trailing in Group F and boosts Greece’s hopes in the competition.
