Under 17 European championship

Spain finished top of their group after drawing 2-2 with England on Sunday. Juan Santiesteban's side raced into the lead with goals from Xisco Nadal and Jurado in the first half. However England came back with two quick goals from Steven Taylor and Milner after the restart to finish in second place ahead of Italy. Spain go on to play Austria midweek, with England taking on hosts Portugal in the other semi-final. (11.05.03)

Spain advanced into the semi-finals of the European championship after winning their first two games at the final group stage. They opened the tournament beating Italy 2-0, both goals coming in the first half from Villarreal players Cases and Xisco Nadal, and two days later they recorded a comfortable 3-0 victory over Israel, Silva, David and Cases getting their names on the scoresheet. Juan Santiestaban's side now face England tomorrow needing a draw to head group B and avoid a possible tie with hosts Portugal, who currently top group A. (09.05.03)