Spain - 2026 FIFA World Cup

Spain are one of the favorites to lift the trophy in 2026, with a brilliant crop of young Barcelona and Real Madrid players continuing the nation's tradition of fluid, possession-based football. They open Group H against Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay when play begins June 15, a group they are expected to top. Pedri, Gavi, and Lamine Yamal give Spain a core that can dismantle any opponent in the world.