World Cup champions Spain have reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the latest FIFA World Rankings, displacing Argentinaafter their 1-0 victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The latest rankings, released on Monday, see Argentina drop to second, while France remain third despite their defeat to England in the third-place playoff. England retain fourth…
Spain’s newly crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions are set to receive a spectacular heroes’ welcome in Madrid, where an estimated one million fans are expected to celebrate the team’s historic triumph. Fresh from their 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup final in the United States, Luis de la Fuente’s squad is scheduled to arrive in Madrid on Monday before being…
Spain swept the major individual honours at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following their historic triumph over Argentina in the final. Midfield maestro Rodri was named the tournament’s Golden Ball winner after inspiring Spain to their second World Cup title. The Manchester City star featured in all eight matches, orchestrating Spain’s midfield as La Roja became the first team…
Spain winger Lamine Yamal has expressed confidence that La Roja can defeat France in their highly anticipated FIFA World Cup semi-final, describing the clash as a meeting of the tournament’s two strongest teams. Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of Tuesday’s encounter, the Barcelona star said Spain have nothing to fear despite France’s impressive campaign. According to Yamal,…
Spain booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after substitute Mikel Merino scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner to secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Portugal, bringing Cristiano Ronaldo’sillustrious World Cup career to an end. The European champions looked set for extra time in front of 70,649 fans at the Dallas…
European champions Spain and Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, will be aiming to secure places in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 on Thursday, while Algeria looks to keep Africa’s hopes alive in the knockout stage. Spain face Austria in Los Angeles, with victory setting up a potential last-16 showdown against either Portugal or Croatia. Meanwhile, Portugal take on Croatia in Toronto in…
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has called for patience and composure after his side were held to a goalless draw by World Cup debutants Cape Verde in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup. The European champions struggled to find their attacking rhythm against a disciplined Cape Verde side, failing to convert…
A cruise ship affected by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has arrived in Spain’s Canary Islands, where authorities are preparing a carefully monitored evacuation of nearly 150 passengers and crew after weeks at sea. The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius arrived at the industrial port of Granadilla in Tenerife on Sunday under security escort, following international concern over…
Spain has barred United States military aircraft from using its airspace and bases for operations related to the ongoing conflict with Iran, according to Defence Minister Margarita Robles. The decision forces US bombers to alter flight routes and logistics en route to the Middle East. Emergency landings or transits remain the only exceptions. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro…
UEFA has officially cancelled the highly anticipated Finalissima between Euro 2024 champions Spain and World Cup winners Argentina. Negotiations over venue and dates broke down, with Argentina rejecting Madrid’s Bernabéu option, declining a two-legged format, and being unavailable on UEFA’s proposed dates. This cancellation denies fans the chance to witness Lionel Messi face rising star…
