The story
The Spain national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the La Roja, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 1 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Tiki-taka reborn with a fearless teenage generation lighting up the wings.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Spain will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group H and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group H. The connection between Lamine Yamal and Pedri is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Lamine Yamal - the clinical winger who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Spain are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
España 4-0 Arabia Saudí
España 4-0 Arabia Saudí. Grupo H. Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. lun, 15 jun.
España 0-0 Cabo Verde
España 0-0 Cabo Verde. Grupo H. Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. sáb, 20 jun.
España 1-0 Uruguay
España 1-0 Uruguay. Grupo H. Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. jue, 25 jun.
España 3-0 Austria
España 3-0 Austria. Dieciseisavos. SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. jue, 2 jul.
España 1-0 Portugal
España 1-0 Portugal. Octavos de final. AT&T Stadium, Dallas. lun, 6 jul.
España 2-1 Bélgica
España 2-1 Bélgica. Cuartos de final. SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. vie, 10 jul.
Francia 0-2 España
Francia 0-2 España. Semifinal. AT&T Stadium, Dallas. mar, 14 jul.
España 1-0 prórroga Argentina en la prórroga
España 1-0 prórroga Argentina en la prórroga. Final. MetLife Stadium, Nueva Jersey. dom, 19 jul.