England beat Czech Republic 2-0 in Nations League with Alexander‑Arnold assist

Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane scored as England overcame a 10‑man Czech side, with Trent Alexander‑Arnold providing the opening assist.

By Felo News Desk · Published Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:04:53 GMT

England defeated the Czech Republic 2-0 in Prague on Thursday, securing three points in the Nations League after a 10‑man Czech side were reduced to ten men early in the second half.

What happened

After a first‑half sending‑off of Pavel Šulc for a clumsy challenge on Elliot Anderson, the hosts played with ten men. Early in the second half, Trent Alexander‑Arnold delivered a cross that Anthony Gordon headed into the net for the opening goal. Harry Kane later added a second, sealing the win.

What the reports add

Independent.co.uk noted that Alexander‑Arnold’s cross was “fantastic” and highlighted that it was his first start under Thomas Tuchel.
The same outlet recorded that England’s victory was the first win in Prague since 1908.
Independent.co.uk also reported the backdrop of Manchester City being found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules on the morning of the match.
The Standard’s player‑rating piece gave Alexander‑Arnold a six out of ten, calling his assist “superb” but saying his overall performance “didn’t blow you away.”
The Standard rated James Trafford a six, noting two good saves, and gave Anthony Gordon an eight, calling him “the best player on the pitch.”
Lewis Hall made his first start at left‑back after injuries to Nico O’Reilly and Djed Spence, as highlighted in the Standard’s ratings.

What was said

“I spoke to Ant at half time and said, ‘if I’m getting in those half spaces and looking to put it in, make sure you get to the back post’,” Alexander‑Arnold told ITV, as reported by Independent.co.uk.

“Of course, you don’t expect it to happen that quickly, but it did, and it worked. He’s a willing runner, it’s great to play with him. I was able to execute the pass,” Alexander‑Arnold added.

“It’s always an honour and pleasure to represent your country. It’s been a long time but I’ve always believed that I can play for England. That belief has always been there, it’s just about proving it at club level,” he continued.

How it came about

England entered the match after a 3‑2 loss to Spain, with Thomas Tuchel keeping his lineup largely unchanged, as outlined in Felo’s pre‑match coverage (England face Czech Republic in Nations League after loss to Spain). Alexander‑Arnold’s selection at right‑back had been highlighted in Felo’s preview (Tuchel leans on Alexander‑Arnold, Hall and Trafford for England’s Czech Republic clash), and goalkeeper James Trafford had started the match per earlier Felo reporting (Trafford Takes England Goalkeeper Spot).

Key facts

England won 2-0 against the Czech Republic in Prague. (independent.co.uk)
Trent Alexander‑Arnold provided the assist for Anthony Gordon's goal. (independent.co.uk)
Pavel Šulc was sent off in the first half after a VAR review. (independent.co.uk)
Harry Kane scored the second goal for England. (independent.co.uk)
The match was England's first win in Prague since 1908. (independent.co.uk)