Greece stunned England at Wembley Stadium, securing a historic 2-1 victory in their Nations League Group B2 clash. Vangelis Pavlidis emerged as the hero for the visitors, scoring twice to hand England their first defeat under interim manager Lee Carsley.
Pavlidis broke the deadlock in the second half with a clinical finish, capitalizing on England’s defensive lapses. The visitors continued to dominate, with three additional goals ruled out for offside. Jude Bellingham appeared to have salvaged a point for England with an 87th-minute equalizer, but Pavlidis had the final say. In the fourth minute of stoppage time, he pounced on a loose ball and fired past Jordan Pickford from close range.
Greece’s victory propelled them to the top of the table with a perfect nine points, while England dropped to second with six points. The result marked Greece’s first-ever win over England, adding to the significance of their triumph.
Pavlidis’s performance was exceptional, showcasing his clinical finishing and ability to exploit England’s defensive weaknesses. Bellingham’s late equalizer demonstrated his growing influence in the England midfield, but it was ultimately not enough to prevent a disappointing defeat.
England’s disjointed display raised concerns about their preparations for the upcoming World Cup. Carsley’s side struggled to create clear-cut chances and looked vulnerable at the back. The loss will serve as a wake-up call for the Three Lions, who will need to improve significantly if they are to challenge for major honors.
