In the second round of the UEFA Nations League group stage, England faced the Czech Republic in an away match that ended in a 2-0 victory for the visitors. The match was marked by a significant turning point when Czech player Sulc received a red card in the 25th minute, leaving his team to defend against a dominant England side.

Despite the Czech Republic's efforts to hold their ground, they struggled after the red card. England controlled the game, holding 66% possession and taking 22 shots, although they failed to score in the first half. The breakthrough came just two minutes into the second half when Arnold intercepted the ball and delivered a precise cross that Gordon headed in to open the scoring.

With the momentum shifted, England continued to press forward and doubled their lead in the 69th minute when Harry Kane capitalized on a defensive error. Although England had several more opportunities to extend their lead, they finished the match with a 2-0 scoreline. This victory marked England's first win in the UEFA Nations League.

The final statistics showed England's dominance with 22 shots compared to the Czech Republic's 6, and they managed to create more corner opportunities as well. The match showcased the effectiveness of England's attacking strategy, particularly after the red card that severely hampered the Czech team's performance.

Overall, the match highlighted England's potential in the tournament, with standout performances from players like Gordon and Kane, who played crucial roles in securing the win.