England and Spain’s Under-21s clash descended into chaos on Saturday night as their stars sparked a scuffle after Lee Carsley’s men won 3-1.
A large mass of players came together at the end as tempers flared but team-mates and officials worked to keep any handbags to a minimum.
Spain striker Mateo Joseph looked particularly vexed at England star Charlie Cresswell before Jay Stansfield intervened, in footage filmed by Mail Sport’s Nathan Salt.
While it was unclear what caused the brawl, Cresswell had a handball decision against him overturned by VAR a few minutes into the game, a call which had left Spain furious.
James McAtee and Harvey Elliott bagged inside the first 15 minutes to put England on course for victory.
But Spain were handed a lifeline from the penalty spot when Jarell Quansah brought down Alberto Moleiro late in the first half – a chance Javi Guerra lapped up.
However, Elliot Anderson converted a late penalty late penalty to wrap up the win and seal a last-four showdown with the Netherlands as England seek to retain their title.
More to follow.
