Spain at World Cup 2026: Every Result, Group Stage & Road to the Final

Updated 19 July 2026Spain beat Argentina 1–0 (AET) in the final. Ferran Torres 106' — La Roja are World Cup champions for the second time.

Spain are World Cup 2026 champions — their second title after 2010. Luis de la Fuente's La Roja topped Group H, won six knockout ties and Ferran Torres scored in extra time to beat Argentina 1–0 at MetLife Stadium.

This is the complete Spain World Cup 2026 results hub: every scoreline, scorers, venues and links to full match reports.

Spain 2026 at a glance:

StatRecord
GroupH — winners (7 pts)
Played8 (3 group + 5 knockout)
W–D–L7–1–0
Goals14 scored, 1 conceded
Knockout pathAustria → Portugal → Belgium → France → Argentina (F)
FinalSpain 1–0 Argentina (AET)Torres 106'

Hub links: World Cup 2026 calendar · Live results · Spain team profile · Final guide.

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Spain World Cup 2026 Results — Full Table

Every Spain result at World Cup 2026, from the shock 0–0 draw with Cape Verde to the semi-final win over France.

MatchDateStageFixtureScoreScorers (Spain)
M1415 JunGroup HSpain vs Cape Verde0–0
M3821 JunGroup HSpain vs Saudi Arabia4–0Yamal 10', Oyarzabal 21', 24'; OG 49'
M6626 JunGroup HUruguay vs Spain0–1Baena 42'
M842 JulRound of 32Spain vs Austria3–0Oyarzabal 36', 89'; Porro 66'
M936 JulRound of 16Portugal vs Spain0–1Merino 90+1'
M9810 JulQuarter-finalSpain vs Belgium2–1Ruiz 30'; Merino 88'
M10114 JulSemi-finalFrance vs Spain0–2Oyarzabal 22'; Porro 58'
M10419 JulFinalSpain vs Argentina1–0 (AET)Torres 106'

Group Stage — Spain in Group H

Spain entered Group H alongside Uruguay, Saudi Arabia and debutants Cape Verde — a group that looked straightforward on paper but delivered the tournament's biggest Matchday 1 upset.

Spain 0–0 Cape Verde (M14, 15 June)

Cape Verde's low block at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta held Spain to a goalless draw despite over 70% possession. La Roja hit the bar in stoppage time; Cape Verde celebrated a historic first World Cup point.

Impact: Spain dropped two points early. Uruguay and Saudi Arabia shared a 1–1 draw the same day, leaving Group H wide open.

Report: Matchday 1 results.

Spain 4–0 Saudi Arabia (M38, 21 June)

La Roja responded emphatically in Atlanta. Lamine Yamal (10') opened the scoring; Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice before half-time (21', 24'); Hassan Altambakti's own goal (49') sealed a dominant win.

Impact: Spain moved to four points and reasserted control of the group.

Report: Spain vs Saudi Arabia match report · Yamal profile.

Uruguay 0–1 Spain (M66, 26 June)

Alex Baena's 42nd-minute strike at Estadio Akron, Guadalajara was enough for Spain to top Group H on seven points. Uruguay's Agustín Canobbio was sent off late (90+4').

Final Group H standings:

TeamPWDLGFGAPts
🇪🇸 Spain3210507
🇺🇾 Uruguay3111324
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia3021252
🇨🇻 Cape Verde3021132

Spain finished with five goals scored and zero conceded in the group — the only blemish the Cape Verde draw.

Report: June 26 results · Group H standings.


Knockout Stage — Spain's Path to the Final

Spain's World Cup 2026 knockout run has been defined by late goals, Iberian drama and a clean sheet in the semi-final against France.

Round of 32: Spain 3–0 Austria (M84, 2 July)

At SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles, Mikel Oyarzabal scored in each half (36', 89') and Pedro Porro added a 66th-minute strike. Austria never threatened; Spain kept a third consecutive clean sheet.

Report: July 2 results.

Round of 16: Portugal 0–1 Spain (M93, 6 July)

The Iberian derby at AT&T Stadium, Arlington stayed goalless until Mikel Merino broke the deadlock in 90+1' — eliminating Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal and setting up a quarter-final with Belgium.

Report: July 6 results.

Quarter-final: Spain 2–1 Belgium (M98, 10 July)

Fabián Ruiz (30') put Spain ahead at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood; Charles De Ketelaere equalised before the break. Merino struck again — an 88th-minute winner — sending La Roja to a semi-final against France.

Report: July 10 results · Spain vs Belgium report.

Semi-final: France 0–2 Spain (M101, 14 July)

Spain ended Kylian Mbappé's run at AT&T Stadium, Arlington. Oyarzabal (22') and Porro (58') scored either side of the interval; Unai Simón kept a fourth consecutive knockout clean sheet in regulation.

Report: France vs Spain semi-final · July 14 results.


Final — Spain 1–0 Argentina (AET) (M104, 19 July)

Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford after a goalless 90 minutes. Enzo Fernández was booked at 90+3' as Argentina pressed for a winner. Spain lift the trophy — their second World Cup title.

Report: World Cup 2026 final result · M104 match report · July 19 results.


Spain World Cup 2026 — Top Scorers & Key Players

PlayerWorld Cup 2026 goalsKey moments
Ferran Torres1106' vs Argentina — World Cup final winner
Mikel Oyarzabal5Brace vs Saudi Arabia & Austria; SF opener vs France
Pedro Porro2vs Austria; SF second vs France
Mikel Merino290+1' vs Portugal; 88' vs Belgium
Lamine Yamal110' vs Saudi Arabia — youngest Spain scorer
Alex Baena1Group winner vs Uruguay
Fabián Ruiz1QF opener vs Belgium

Midfield spine: Pedri, Rodri and Ruiz control tempo. Nico Williams and Yamal stretch defences. Merino has been Spain's clutch substitute-turned-hero in two knockout ties.

Deep dives: Lamine Yamal · Spain squad hub.


Spain World Cup 2026 Stats & Records

Defensive record: Spain conceded once in eight matches — De Ketelaere's equaliser vs Belgium.

Attacking record: 14 goals across eight games; six different outfield scorers plus one own goal.

Historical context:

  • 2010: Spain's first World Cup title (Iniesta vs Netherlands).
  • 2026: Second title — Ferran Torres vs Argentina at MetLife Stadium.
  • Euro 2024: Spain won the European Championship with Yamal and Pedri.

World Cup head-to-head vs Argentina: Spain beat Argentina 2–1 in 1982 and 1–0 in 2026 — both Spanish wins in World Cup meetings.


Spain vs Argentina — World Cup 2026 Final Result

DetailInfo
Result🇪🇸 Spain 1–0 Argentina 🇦🇷 (AET)
Winning goalFerran Torres 106'
DateSunday, 19 July 2026
VenueMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ

Full report: World Cup 2026 final — Spain 1–0 Argentina · MetLife Stadium guide.


How to Follow Spain at the World Cup Final

RegionKickoffWhere to watch
USA (ET)15:00Fox (EN), Telemundo (ES)
Spain21:00 CESTMovistar+ / RTVE (check FIFA list)
Brazil16:00 BRTGlobo, SporTV, Globoplay
Argentina16:00 ARTTyC Sports / Telefe

Guide: Where to watch World Cup 2026 in Brazil.


Frequently Asked Questions

What are Spain's results at World Cup 2026?

Spain are 7–1–0 with 14 goals scored and 1 conceded: 0–0 Cape Verde; 4–0 Saudi Arabia; 1–0 vs Uruguay; 3–0 Austria; 1–0 vs Portugal; 2–1 Belgium; 2–0 vs France; 1–0 (AET) vs Argentina in the final. World Cup champions.

Did Spain win the World Cup 2026?

Yes — Spain beat Argentina 1–0 after extra time in the final. Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute at MetLife Stadium on 19 July 2026.

When is Spain's next World Cup 2026 match?

The 2026 World Cup is complete — Spain are champions. Next major tournament: Euro 2028 / World Cup 2030 (Spain co-host).

Who scored for Spain against France in the semi-final?

Mikel Oyarzabal 22' and Pedro Porro 58' at AT&T Stadium, Arlington on 14 July 2026.

Did Spain beat Portugal at World Cup 2026?

Yes — 1–0 in the Round of 16. Mikel Merino scored in 90+1' at AT&T Stadium, eliminating Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Is Lamine Yamal playing in the World Cup 2026 final?

Yes — Yamal (18) starts for Spain after scoring vs Saudi Arabia and playing every knockout round. First World Cup final of his career.

España resultados Copa del Mundo 2026

España es campeona del mundo con 7 victorias y 1 empate: 0–0 Cabo Verde, 4–0 Arabia Saudita, 1–0 vs Uruguay, 3–0 Austria, 1–0 vs Portugal, 2–1 Bélgica, 0–2 vs Francia, 1–0 vs Argentina en la final (Torres 106').