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World Cup 2026 · Group H · FIFA #2
Spain
- Group
- H
- FIFA Rank
- #2
- Pot
- 1
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group H · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇪🇸 Spain | #2 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇺🇾 Uruguay | #17 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | #61 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇨🇻 Cape Verde | #69 | 4 |
Spain's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 16:00 UTC
🇪🇸 Spain vs 🇨🇻 Cape Verde
Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
· Atlanta · capacity 71,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Cape Verde's team page →
Matchday 2 · 16:00 UTC
🇪🇸 Spain vs 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
· Atlanta · capacity 71,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Saudi Arabia's team page →
Matchday 3 · 00:00 UTC (next day)
🇺🇾 Uruguay vs 🇪🇸 Spain
Guadalajara Stadium (Estadio Akron)
· Zapopan · capacity 49,000 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Uruguay's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 4-2-3-1 vs deep blocks
Pivot
Rodri
Attacking focus
Lamine Yamal · Nico Williams
Identity
Possession-based identity carrying the Euro 2024 winning core
Spain squad · 26
Provisional 2026 World Cup squad. Tap any player for their profile.
Head coach
Luis de la Fuente
Luis de la Fuente has been Spain's senior national team head coach since December 2022, having previously led the Spain under-21 side and won the 2019 UEFA European Under-21 Championship. He guided Spain to victory at UEFA Euro 2024 and the 2023 UEFA Nations League title.
Goalkeepers 3
Defenders 8
Midfielders 8
Forwards 7
Spain at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | 17 (incl. 2026) | Champion (×1) |
How to watch Spain
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: TVE · Movistar+
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Spain
Spain World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Spain play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Spain's tournament begins Jun 15, 2026 against Cape Verde at Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta (16:00 UTC).
Who is Spain's coach at World Cup 2026?
Luis de la Fuente.
What group is Spain in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group H with Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde.
What is Spain's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#2 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 1.
Has Spain ever reached a World Cup Champion?
Spain's best finish is Champion. They have appeared at 17 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Spain's captain at World Cup 2026?
Rodri.
Where can I watch Spain's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; TVE · Movistar+ in Spain.