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Why Is Jordan Pickford Not Playing Today For England vs. Spain in the UEFA Nations League Match?
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- Sep 26, 2026, 6:30 PM UTC
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Thomas Tuchel benched Jordan Pickford for England's Nations League opener against Spain, handing the start to Leeds United's James Trafford instead.
Jordan Pickford is not starting for England's first UEFA Nations League match against Spain at Wembley Stadium.
England will make their debut in the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League against Spain at Wembley, with the notable absence of Jordan Pickford from the starting lineup.