FIFA World Cup 2026
Spain at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview
Spain is a southwestern European constitutional monarchy occupying most of the Iberian Peninsula plus archipelagos, highly regionalised with co‑official languages, Madrid as its capital and a mixed Mediterranean–Atlantic climate.
On the pitch, Spain has won 1 FIFA World Cup title (2010), placing the nation among football's elite. At the World Cup, David Villa features prominently in the scoring charts for Spain with 9 goals. All-time, David Villa leads Spain's senior men's scoring list with 59 goals.
At World Cup 2026, Spain line up in Group H as UEFA representatives from Europe. Group-stage fixtures against Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay open a competitive first-round schedule.
Spain's tiki-taka generation conquered 2010 in South Africa and reshaped modern possession football. La Roja's red kit and deep UEFA rivalry network keep them among Europe's elite.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Madrid
- Continent
- Europe
- Federation
- UEFA (Europe)
- Group
- H
- FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
- #1
- World Cup titles
- 1
Geography
- Founded / established
- 1492
- Population
- 48,700,000
- Languages
- Spanish (official); Co‑official regional languages (e.g. Catalan, Basque, Galician)
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Area
- 505,990 km²
- Highest point
- Teide (3,718 m)
- Climate
- Mediterranean interior summers; oceanic north-west; arid south-east pockets
- Land borders
- Andorra, France, Morocco (Ceuta and Melilla), Portugal, United Kingdom (Gibraltar)
Football facts
- Appearances
- 16
- Best result
- Champions (2010)
- Top scorer
- David Villa (9)
- Debut
- 1934
2026 World Cup kits
Home kit
Main color: red
World Cup history
16 World Cup appearances
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Qualified (2026) |
| 2022 | Round of 16 |
| 2018 | Round of 16 |
| 2014 | Group stage |
| 2010 | Champions |
| 2006 | Round of 16 |
| 2002 | Quarter-finals |
| 1998 | Group stage |
| 1994 | Quarter-finals |
| 1990 | Round of 16 |
| 1986 | Quarter-finals |
| 1982 | Group stage |
| 1978 | Group stage |
| 1966 | Group stage |
| 1962 | Group stage |
| 1950 | Fourth place |
| 1934 | Quarter-finals |
Frequently asked questions
- Has Spain ever won the FIFA World Cup?
- Yes. Spain have won 1 World Cup title, in 2010.
- Which group is Spain in at World Cup 2026?
- Spain are in Group H. Group opponents include Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay.
- What is the capital of Spain?
- The capital city is Madrid.
- Which FIFA confederation does Spain belong to?
- Spain compete under UEFA (Europe).
- How many World Cups has Spain played before 2026?
- Spain had appeared in 16 FIFA World Cups prior to qualifying for 2026.
- Who is Spain's all-time leading goal scorer?
- David Villa leads Spain's senior men's national team with 59 goals in FIFA-recognised matches.