- yesterday
FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over Falklands banner, post-final brawl and fan misconduct at 2026 World Cup
FIFA announced on 29 July it had opened disciplinary cases against the Argentine Football Association and multiple players, citing a Falklands sovereignty banner shown after the semi-final and a violent confrontation following Spain's 1-0 extra-time final win.
- 2d ago
Spain's Cucurella gets De la Fuente's face tattooed on his arm after World Cup promise
The defender unveiled the tattoo on his left arm nine days after Spain's 1-0 World Cup final victory over Argentina in New York, keeping a vow he made during the tournament.
- 4d ago
Spain's football coach Luis de la Fuente visits wildfire evacuees: 'It is an obligation and an honor to be here'
The World Cup-winning coach spent Sunday morning at a shelter housing nearly 300 people displaced from nine Madrid-area villages, as the Spanish Football Federation opened its players' residence to the most vulnerable families.
- 6d ago
Spain coach De la Fuente slams 'intolerable' Argentina conduct as FIFA launches brawl investigation
Spain's Luis de la Fuente branded Argentina's post‑match behaviour 'intolerable and unacceptable' after a mass brawl erupted at the World Cup final, prompting a FIFA disciplinary investigation.
- Jul 21
Pau Cubarsí, 19, wins World Cup Best Young Player after Spain concedes just one goal all tournament
The Barcelona centre-back played every minute of Spain's campaign, making a goal-line clearance in the final and keeping seven clean sheets in eight matches.
- Jul 20
Spain defeat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win 2026 World Cup as Rodri claims Golden Ball and Unai Simon sets clean-sheet record
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 99th minute. Rodri was named player of the tournament and Unai Simon set a new clean-sheet record as La Roja claimed their second men's title.
- Jul 19
Spain beats Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win 2026 World Cup, Ferran Torres the hero
Ferran Torres struck in the 106th minute as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 at MetLife Stadium, denying Lionel Messi a second straight title and securing La Roja's first World Cup since 2010.
- Jul 14
Spain beats France 2-0 to book first World Cup final berth since 2010
Oyarzabal penalty and Porro finish sink disjointed France in Dallas; Deschamps questions referee while admitting inferiority.
- Jul 12
Spain edges Belgium 2-1 on Merino winner, advances to World Cup semi-final against France
Mikel Merino came off the bench to score the decisive goal for the second straight knockout match, sending Spain into a semi-final clash with France after a 2-1 win over Belgium at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
- Jul 11
Spain's perfect defence faces Belgium's golden generation in World Cup quarter-final clash
The European champions entered the match at So-Fi Stadium in Inglewood, Los Angeles, having not conceded a goal in five tournament outings, while Belgium hoped to rediscover the form that took them to the 2018 semi-finals.
- Jul 6
Spain beats Portugal 1-0: Merino's late goal sends La Roja to quarterfinals, ends Ronaldo's World Cup
Spain edged Portugal 1-0 in the World Cup round of 16 in Dallas, with Mikel Merino's 91st-minute goal securing a quarterfinal spot and ending Cristiano Ronaldo's tournament career.
- Jul 3
Spain beats Austria 3-0 to reach World Cup last 16, Oyarzabal scores twice
Spain defeated Austria 3-0 in Los Angeles to advance to the World Cup round of 16, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring twice and Marc Cucurella providing two assists.
- Jul 2
Spain's Cucurella sees goal disallowed for goalkeeper foul, later takes lead against Austria
Spain's Marc Cucurella had a goal disallowed by referee Glenn Nyberg for a foul on Austria goalkeeper Alexander Schlager at the 2026 World Cup last 32, but Mikel Oyarzabal later scored to give Spain the edge.
- Jun 27
Spain's Nico Williams blames Uruguay rival for 'unnecessary' tackle that left him and Yeremy Pino injured
Nico Williams hit out at Uruguay's Nicolás de la Cruz for a "completely unnecessary" tackle that caused a muscle injury, while teammate Yeremy Pino suffered a shoulder sprain in the same 1-0 victory that sent Uruguay home.
- Jun 21
Spain demolishes Saudi Arabia 4-0 as teen Yamal and Oyarzabal set World Cup benchmarks
A commanding first half in Atlanta saw Spain recover from their opening draw, with Lamine Yamal notching a historic goal and Mikel Oyarzabal striking twice inside 24 minutes.
- Jun 21
Spain routs Saudi Arabia 4-0 after Yamal’s pre-match blast at critics; first win in Group H
A defiant Lamine Yamal backed up his pre-match words with the opening goal as Spain hammered Saudi Arabia 4-0 to kickstart their 2026 World Cup campaign.
- Jun 15
World Cup 2026: Spain held to 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in Group H opener
European champions Spain began their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 0-0 draw against tournament debutants Cape Verde in Atlanta. Spain dominated possession but could not beat goalkeeper Vozinha, leaving the Group H favorites with only a point.
