Spain
The Spain National Soccer Team, founded in 1913, is a global football powerhouse known for its technical mastery and influential possession-based style. Led by the Royal Spanish Football Federation, Spain has earned major titles, including the FIFA World Cup and multiple UEFA European Championships. The team continues to shape modern football with creativity, precision, and a deep pool of elite talent.
Explore the official Spain National Team squad and get a clear overview of every player selected for the tournament. Discover the key details behind the stars, rising talents, and core squad members who shape the team’s World Cup 2026 campaign.
Rodrigo Hernández Cascante
Midfielder
Jun 22, 1996
Alejandro Grimaldo García
Defender
Sep 20, 1995
Carlos Soler Barragán
Midfielder
Jan 2, 1997
Ferran Torres García
Attacker
Feb 29, 2000
Daniel Olmo Carvajal
Midfielder
May 7, 1998
Pablo Fornals Malla
Midfielder
Feb 22, 1996
David Raya Martin
Goalkeeper
Sep 15, 1995
Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza
Midfielder
Dec 27, 2001
Mikel Oyarzabal Ugarte
Attacker
Apr 21, 1997
Borja Iglesias Quintás
Attacker
Jan 17, 1993
Pedro Antonio Porro Sauceda
Defender
Sep 13, 1999
Pedro González López
Midfielder
Nov 25, 2002
Alejandro Baena Rodríguez
Midfielder
Jul 20, 2001
Joan García Pons
Goalkeeper
May 4, 2001
Yeremy Jesús Pino Santos
Midfielder
Oct 20, 2002
Cristhian Andrey Mosquera Ibargüen
Defender
Jun 27, 2004
Víctor Muñoz Villanueva
Attacker
Jul 13, 2003
Fermín López Martín
Midfielder
May 11, 2003
Dean Donny Huijsen
Defender
Apr 14, 2005
Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana
Midfielder
Jul 13, 2007
Meet the Spain National Team coaching staff, who play a vital role in preparing the squad for success on the international stage. Working behind the scenes, they support the team’s tactical development, physical conditioning, match preparation, and overall performance throughout World Cup 2026.
Didier Claude Deschamps
Birthday:
Oct 15, 1968
Nationality:
France
Steve Ndaba
Birthday:
Jan 1, 1970
Nationality:
South Africa
Explore the latest Spain matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026 and stay updated on results, key moments, and standout player performances from every game.
Spain vs Egypt
0 : 0
Mar 31, 2026 • Friendlies
RCDE Stadium, Cornella de Llobregat
Spain vs Serbia
3 : 0
Mar 27, 2026 • Friendlies
Estadio de la Ceramica, Villarreal
Spain vs Argentina
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Mar 27, 2026 • CONMEBOL - UEFA Finalissima
Spain vs Türkiye
2 : 2
Nov 18, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Estadio de la Cartuja, Seville
Georgia vs Spain
0 : 4
Nov 15, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Boris Paichadze Dinamo Arena, Tbilisi
Spain vs Bulgaria
4 : 0
Oct 14, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
José Zorrilla, Valladolid
Spain vs Georgia
2 : 0
Oct 11, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero, Elche
Türkiye vs Spain
0 : 6
Sep 7, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Medas Konya Büyüksehir Belediyesi Stadium, Konya
Bulgaria vs Spain
0 : 3
Sep 4, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Vasil Levski National Stadium, Sofia
Portugal vs Spain
2 : 2
Jun 8, 2025 • UEFA Nations League
Allianz Arena, München
Spain secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by finishing first in UEFA Group E. Luis de la Fuente’s team stayed unbeaten, ending the campaign with 5 wins and 1 draw from 6 matches. Spain scored 21 goals and conceded only 2, finishing with a +19 goal difference and 16 points. Their run featured commanding wins over Bulgaria, Türkiye, and Georgia, and qualification was officially sealed on Nov 18, 2025, when a 2–2 home draw with Türkiye confirmed Spain as group winners.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Sep 4, 2025 | Bulgaria vs Spain | Vasil Levski National Stadium | Sofia | 0:3 |
2 | Sep 7, 2025 | Türkiye vs Spain | Medas Konya Büyüksehir Belediyesi Stadium | Konya | 0:6 |
3 | Oct 11, 2025 | Spain vs Georgia | Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero | Elche | 2:0 |
4 | Oct 14, 2025 | Spain vs Bulgaria | José Zorrilla | Valladolid | 4:0 |
5 | Nov 15, 2025 | Georgia vs Spain | Boris Paichadze Dinamo Arena | Tbilisi | 0:4 |
6 | Nov 18, 2025 | Spain vs Türkiye | Estadio de la Cartuja | Seville | 2:2 |
Spain owns one of the great World Cup stories in football, shaped by technical brilliance, iconic players, and unforgettable highs and lows. La Roja made its tournament debut in 1934, but its defining triumph came in 2010, when Andrés Iniesta’s extra-time winner against the Netherlands delivered Spain’s first World Cup title. That victory crowned a golden era led by Xavi, Iniesta, Iker Casillas, and David Villa, whose goals and control helped make Spain one of the most admired teams of the modern era.
Spain’s World Cup history also includes dramatic earlier chapters. In 1950, they finished fourth, one of their best pre-2010 results, while later tournaments brought both brilliance and heartbreak. The quarter-final defeat to South Korea in 2002 and the shock group-stage exit in 2014 remain painful moments in the national memory. Yet Spain has also produced landmark performances, including its record-setting passing display against Costa Rica in 2022. From near-misses to world champions, Spain’s World Cup legacy is built on style, control, and defining moments.
Spain have appeared at the FIFA World Cup 16 times, with 2026 set to be their 17th participation. La Roja made their tournament debut in 1934 and are one of Europe’s most established World Cup nations.
Spain are world champions once, having won the tournament in 2010. They also finished fourth in 1950 and reached the quarter-finals on several other occasions.
David Villa is Spain’s top World Cup scorer with 9 goals. He scored across 2006, 2010, and 2014, and was the leading attacking figure in Spain’s title-winning 2010 campaign.
Sergio Busquets, Iker Casillas, and Sergio Ramos share Spain’s record for most World Cup matches played, with 17 appearances each. Their totals span different eras of Spain’s modern World Cup history.
In 2010, Spain won their first-ever World Cup, with Andrés Iniesta scoring the extra-time winner against the Netherlands in the final. Another iconic chapter came in 1982, when Spain hosted the tournament for the first time.
Rodri
Spain’s modern midfield anchor. Rodri’s ball-winning discipline, tempo control, and calm leadership make him the stabilizer who lets Spain dominate games—especially in high-pressure knockout football.
Lamine Yamal
A generational winger with fearless creativity and elite final-third invention. Yamal’s ability to beat defenders, create chances, and deliver in major tournaments makes him a centerpiece of Spain’s new attacking identity toward 2026.
Nico Williams
Spain’s explosive wide threat, built for big matches. With direct dribbling and speed, Williams became a defining difference-maker on the biggest stage—capable of turning tight games with one run or one finish.
Álvaro Morata
The high-output captain-forward who leads the line with pressing work and big-tournament experience. Morata provides Spain a reliable reference point in attack and remains central as the squad builds toward 2026.
Pedri
Pedri represents Spain’s modern transition. With intelligence, mobility, and creativity, he already plays a central role in Spain’s rebuild and is expected to be a key figure through the 2026 World Cup cycle.
Dani Olmo
A high-level attacker who links midfield to attack with sharp movement and decisive actions. Olmo’s creativity between the lines and ability to deliver in key moments make him one of Spain’s most important modern problem-solvers.
Xavi Hernández
Xavi was the tactical brain of Spain’s golden era, dictating tempo with precision passing and positional control. He was essential to Spain’s dominance at Euro 2008, the 2010 World Cup, and Euro 2012. His influence reshaped modern possession football at international level.
Iker Casillas
Casillas captained Spain to its historic treble (Euro 2008, World Cup 2010, Euro 2012). His saves in key knockout matches, especially in the 2010 final, cemented his legacy as one of the greatest goalkeepers in football history.
Andrés Iniesta
Iniesta delivered Spain’s most iconic goal by scoring the winner in the 2010 World Cup Final. His close control, decision-making, and composure in pressure moments made him the emotional and technical leader of Spain’s greatest generation.
Sergio Ramos
Ramos is Spain’s most capped player and its long-time defensive leader. Known for decisive goals, aerial dominance, and leadership, he was fundamental to Spain’s dominance between 2008 and 2014.
Follow Spain at the FIFA World Cup 2026 and discover where the team will play throughout the tournament. Explore the full match schedule, host cities, and stadiums set to stage some of the competition’s biggest moments. From group-stage fixtures to possible knockout-round drama, find everything you need to experience the action live at football’s biggest event.
Spain has participated 16 times before 2026.
Spain has reached the World Cup final once — 2010, when they won the tournament.
Spain has reached the knockout stage 11 times before 2026. They were eliminated in the group stage in 1962, 1966, 1978, 1998, and 2014.
Spain’s best result is winning the World Cup in 2010.
Spain’s worst outcomes have been group-stage exits, including 1962, 1966, 1978, 1998, and 2014.
Spain’s most famous rivalries are with Portugal and Italy, built through frequent high-stakes meetings in major tournaments.
Spain qualified through UEFA qualification, booking their place as group winners.
Spain’s group-stage venues are set for Atlanta Stadium and Guadalajara Stadium. They play Cabo Verde in Atlanta on June 15, 2026, then face Saudi Arabia in Atlanta on June 21, 2026, and finish the group against Uruguay in Guadalajara on June 26, 2026.
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