VIDEO: Wembley plunged into darkness! Home of football suffers complete power outage during Lionesses victory over World Cup winners Spain

Wembley Stadium was plunged into darkness during England’s clash with World Cup winners Spain, but the Lionesses kept their lights on in a 1-0 win.

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• Park fired England in front
• Unscheduled break early in second half
• Wiegman's side held on for win

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  A solitary effort from Manchester City forward Jess Park settled the contest in north London, with said breakthrough recorded in the 33rd minute. England had to defend valiantly from that point as they battled bravely to a notable triumph.

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  The hosts did get an unexpected break early in the second half when the lights at Wembley suddenly went out. Only the digital advertising hoardings continued to work, as fans used their phones to shed some light across the most iconic of venues.

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  DID YOU KNOW?

  Sarina Wiegman used the unscheduled stoppage to speak with her players, as the game was halted for several minutes. Whatever message was put across, it clearly worked as England went on to see the match out and claim three vital points in their Nations League campaign.