Spain's preparations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup have been dealt a significant blow following a serious injury to striker Samu Aghehowa. The Porto star has scored 20 times in all competitions already this season and looked a safe bet to be included in Luis de la Fuente's squad for the summer tournament. However, a dreaded ACL tear has put paid to his hopes...Full Story »

Lamine Yamal scored a brilliant goal, and Robert Lewandowski and Marc Bernal also found the net, as Barcelona beat Mallorca 3-0 at the Spotify Camp Nou on Saturday evening. Hansi Flick's side had to shake off a difficult opening to the game, before clicking through the gears and recording a big win...Full Story »

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has told Lionel Messi he should “never retire” as the Argentina star continues to weigh up whether to compete at the 2026 World Cup. The Inter Miami forward remains undecided over whether he will turn up in North America next summer, but he has now been told he can be the difference maker for the defending champions...Full Story »

The December 2025 FIFA Men’s World Ranking has been released, showing little movement at the top. Spain remain first after overtaking Argentina in September, with the world champions second and France completing an unchanged podium. The United States climbed two spots to 14th, overtaking Mexico to finish 2025 as CONCACAF’s highest-ranked nation...Full Story »

A generational showdown is officially on the calendar as Spain and Argentina prepare to contest the Finalissima in Qatar, setting up a first-ever senior meeting between Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi. With the European and South American champions colliding at Lusail Stadium, the one-off clash promises symbolism, history and World Cup-level intensity just months before the 2026 tournament...Full Story »

Spain sealed their place at next year’s FIFA World Cup finals despite a frustrating 2-2 draw with Turkey in Seville, equalling Italy’s record of 31 competitive fixtures without defeat after a tougher night than expected...Full Story »

🔈 Can "La Roja" complete the 2026 World Cup qualifying cycle with a perfect win record? One of the standout fixtures on Tuesday's European qualification schedule for the upcoming World Cup is the clash between the national teams of Spain and Turkey. This encounter is set to take place at Seville's "Estadio de la Cartuja." Interestingly, both teams lead their qualifying group, adding extra intr...Full Story »

[(Spain) Strength]: 1. Spain are playing at home in this match, and a victory would secure their direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup as group leaders. Currently leading with a perfect record, the team are determined to win to continue their strong performance and consolidate their top position.2. Spain's recent overall form has been excellent, having achieved 5 consecutive wins in this ...Full Story »

European champions Spain have all-but qualified for next summer's World Cup after crushing Georgia 4-0 on Saturday evening. Two goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and strikes from Martin Zubimendi and Ferran Torres saw Luis de la Fuente's side maintain their 100 per cent record in Group E, on an evening when second-placed Turkey also defeated Bulgaria 2-0...Full Story »

🔈 Can the "Crusaders" put up a worthy fight against the "Red Fury"? One of the intriguing matchups in Saturday's European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup is the clash between the national teams of Georgia and Spain. Luis de la Fuente's squad have been exemplary in this qualifying cycle and have already secured their spot in the upcoming World Cup. On the other hand, Willy Sagnol and his team...Full Story »

[(Georgia) Strength]: 1. Georgia still need to fight hard for group qualification, thus their motivation for this match is to secure maximum points at home. The team are determined to utilize their home advantage to try and cause problems for the strong Spain.2. Georgia won 3-0 over Bulgaria at home in the last qualifier. They lost only 2 of the previous 10 home games.3. Georgia scored 6 goals ...Full Story »

Arsenal raised eyebrows across Europe with their 4-0 annihilation of Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night. But it was more than just a statement one-off victory for Mikel Arteta's side against a team famously tough to beat, it also marked an achievement that no side competing in the Champions League has has ever before managed to pull off...Full Story »

Arsenal defender Cristhian Mosquera is considering switching international allegiance from Spain after being promised a spot elsewhere at the 2026 World Cup in North America. Mosquera, born in the city of Alicante, has represented the Spanish national team at various youth levels, but he has yet to break into the senior squad. With the World Cup fast approaching, the 21-year-old is considering ...Full Story »

Spain remained perfect in Group E and on course for a 13th successive FIFA World Cup qualification as they beat Bulgaria 4-0 at Valladolid’s Estadio Jos9 Zorrilla, leaving the visitors without a point in the group and eliminated...Full Story »

🔈 Can "La Roja" secure another dominant victory in the fourth round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers? This coming Tuesday, the José Zorrilla Stadium, home to Real Valladolid, will host a face-off between the national teams of Spain and Bulgaria. While Luis de la Fuente's squad is on the brink of securing their spot in the World Cup finals, the "Lions" are almost certainly out of contentio...Full Story »

[(Spain) Strength]: 1. Spain have shown strong performances in this World Cup qualification, achieving a perfect winning record in their first three matches and currently holding a firm lead in Group E. The team's goal is to secure first place in the group for direct qualification to the World Cup. Playing at home against the bottom team of the group, Bulgaria, the entire squad is highly motiva...Full Story »

Kylian Mbappe limped off the pitch late on during France’s clash with Azerbaijan and will now miss Les Bleus’ World Cup qualifier with Iceland after he was sent back to Real Madrid to recover. Mbappe scored a stunner at the Parc des Princes, but scenes towards the end left fans of Real Madrid and France waiting anxiously for test result updates on the injured ankle...Full Story »

[(Spain) Strength]: 1. Spain won their two World Cup qualifiers in September, a 3-0 win over Bulgaria and a 6-0 win over Turkiye, showing outstanding performances.2. Spain are currently the undisputed group leaders, holding a significant advantage over other group opponents in both offensive and defensive statistics.3. This match is also Spain's first home fixture of the World Cup qualification...Full Story »

[(Spain(U20)) Strength]: 1. As one of the strong footballing nations in Europe, Spain(U20)'s goal for this FIFA U-20 World Cup is undoubtedly to go far, aiming to reach the final or even win the tournament. In the knockout stage, Spain(U20)'s motivation is intense. They are eager to prove their strength in the match, and their fighting spirit and desire to win will be fully ignited, especially ...Full Story »

[(Ukraine(U20)) Strength]: 1. Midfielder Gennadiy Synchuk scored in two of the previous three group stage matches, showing strong offensive performance.2. Ukraine(U20) have performed steadily in this tournament, remaining unbeaten in the group stage with 2 wins and 1 draw to advance to the Round of 16.3. Ukraine(U20) have played a total of 6 matches this year, achieving 4 wins and 2 draws, rema...Full Story »