England U21s book place in Euros last four with Spain win
James McAtee opened the scoring for England in the 10th minute, followed by Harvey Elliott's goal five minutes later.
Spain 's Javi Guerra scored from a penalty in the 39th minute, reducing England's lead.
Elliot Anderson sealed England's win with a penalty in second-half stoppage time.
England will next face the Netherlands in the semi-finals.
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