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
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Saudi Arabia Spain Outclass Saudi Arabia in 4-0 Victory
The final whistle blew at Arrowhead Stadium with a 4-0 scoreline. Spain and Saudi Arabia played out an absorbing contest in this Group H fixture.
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Cape Verde Deadlock Unbroken as Spain Draws Cape Verde 0-0
A thrilling match in Kansas City concludes with Spain and Cape Verde leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
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Uruguay Triumph for Spain in Tense 1-0 Battle
Tactical discipline and clinical finishes defined this Matchday 3 encounter. Here is how Spain and Uruguay fought out their clash.
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Austria Late Drama Sees Spain Knock Out Austria 3-0
Tactical discipline and clinical finishes defined this knockout encounter. Here is how Spain and Austria fought out their clash.
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Portugal Triumph for Spain in Tense 1-0 Knockout Battle
A thrilling match in Dallas concludes with Spain and Portugal leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
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Belgium Spain Edge Belgium 2-1 and March into the Semis
Spain converted two clear chances and survived a late Belgian reply to win 2-1 in the quarter-finals.
France Spain Spain Blank France 2-0 to Reach the World Cup Final
Spain produced a masterclass of control and finishing to beat France 2-0 and book a place in the MetLife final.
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Argentina Spain Beat Argentina 1-0 in Extra Time to Win the World Cup
Spain are world champions. A 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina at MetLife ends the first 48-team World Cup.