Thomas Tuchel guided England to a 3-2 victory against Spain at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
The result secured the top spot in Nations League Group A3 for England on goal difference.
This outcome ended the 43-match unbeaten run held by the world champions, according to Yahoo Sports.
England established a commanding 3-0 lead through an aggressive high press that forced early errors from the Spanish defense.
Harry Kane converted a penalty in first-half stoppage time after a foul by Pau Cubarsi.
Ezri Konsa and Ben White added goals shortly after the interval, per the reporting in Yahoo Sports.
The momentum shifted when Elliot Anderson received a red card in the 63rd minute.
Spain capitalized on the numerical advantage, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring from a penalty kick.
Nico Williams later narrowed the deficit, but the Spanish comeback fell short despite a late offensive surge.
The match statistics highlighted a stark contrast in possession, as the hosts controlled 64% of the ball, noted Goal.com.
England goalkeeper James Trafford proved vital during the final stages of the match.
Trafford recorded six saves to preserve the lead, including a critical late double stop against Fermin and Aymeric Laporte.
The defensive effort required England to make 32 clearances, as the team focused on protecting their advantage after the dismissal of Anderson.
While Lamine Yamal inspired a late fightback for the hosts, the English defense held firm, as reported by Goal.com.
Tuchel utilized late substitutions, including Myles Lewis-Skelly and Djed Spence, to reinforce the back line.
The victory marks a significant tactical success for England under their new management.
Spain remains a formidable side, yet they were unable to overcome the early deficit created by the disciplined English pressing strategy.
The final whistle confirmed England as the group leaders, capping off a dramatic night in Madrid.