Spain World Cup 2026 Squad
FIFA ESP · Group H · Head coach: LA Fuente Luis Castillo DE
Euro 2024 champions bringing the youngest squad in the tournament. Luis de la Fuente's Spain blend tiki-taka roots with modern pressing, making them title favourites alongside France and Argentina. FIFA confirmed the squad on 2026-06-03. Spain travel with 26 players in Group H, and the table below mirrors the official PDF with every shirt number and club.
Group H with Uruguay, Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde. tricky trio: Uruguay's knockout experience, Saudi's 2022 upset pedigree and Cape Verde's debut fearlessness. LA Fuente Luis Castillo DE leads the side with a clear tactical identity: 4-3-3 possession base with aggressive high press (PPDA leaders at Euro 2024), youth-driven transitions through Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams on the flanks.
Dominant UEFA qualifying. Spain topped their group with the best goal difference in Europe, integrating Euro 2024 winners seamlessly. 2022. Round of 16 (lost to Morocco); champions 2010; group stage 2018; champions 2010. FIFA's published shirt names include FERRAN, OLMO, LAMINE YAMAL and GAVI among the 26 call-ups. 17 players were listed with Spanish clubs at submission. Goalkeeper No. 1 RAYA (Arsenal FC (ENG)) anchors the defensive unit on the sheet. Debutants from Group H. African island speed on transitions can punish high lines. Title favourites. Spain's age profile means peak performance aligns perfectly with 2026.
Official squad list (26 players)
| # | POS | Name on shirt | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | RAYA | Arsenal FC (ENG) |
| 2 | DF | MARC PUBILL | Atlético De Madrid (ESP) |
| 3 | DF | GRIMALDO | Bayer Leverkusen (GER) |
| 4 | DF | ERIC | FC Barcelona (ESP) |
| 5 | DF | M. LLORENTE | Atlético De Madrid (ESP) |
| 6 | MF | MERINO | Arsenal FC (ENG) |
| 7 | FW | FERRAN | FC Barcelona (ESP) |
| 8 | MF | FABIÁN | Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) |
| 9 | MF | GAVI | FC Barcelona (ESP) |
| 10 | FW | OLMO | FC Barcelona (ESP) |
| 11 | FW | JEREMY | Crystal Palace FC (ENG) |
| 12 | DF | PEDRO PORRO | Tottenham Hotspur FC (ENG) |
| 13 | GK | JOAN GARCÍA | FC Barcelona (ESP) |
| 14 | DF | LAPORTE | Athletic Club (ESP) |
| 15 | MF | ALEX B. | Atlético De Madrid (ESP) |
| 16 | MF | RODRIGO | Manchester City FC (ENG) |
| 17 | FW | WILLIAMS JR | Athletic Club (ESP) |
| 18 | MF | ZUBIMENDI | Arsenal FC (ENG) |
| 19 | FW | LAMINE YAMAL | FC Barcelona (ESP) |
| 20 | MF | PEDRI | FC Barcelona (ESP) |
| 21 | FW | OYARZABAL | Real Sociedad (ESP) |
| 22 | DF | CUBARSI | FC Barcelona (ESP) |
| 23 | GK | UNAI SIMÓN | Athletic Club (ESP) |
| 24 | DF | CUCURELLA | Chelsea FC (ENG) |
| 25 | FW | VICTOR M.V. | CA Osasuna (ESP) |
| 26 | FW | B. IGLESIAS | RC Celta Vigo (ESP) |
Source: FIFA squad list published 2026-06-03. GK — Goalkeeper; DF — Defender; MF — Midfielder; FW — Forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Euro 2024 champions did Spain name for World Cup 2026?
Spain (ESP) registered 26 young stars on 2026-06-03 as title favourites. Group H, often called the Group of Death, includes Uruguay, Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde, and Lamine Yamal-era shirts are listed above.
Who is Spain's head coach at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
LA Fuente Luis Castillo DE (Spain) is the head coach on FIFA's published roster. 4-3-3 possession base with aggressive high press (PPDA leaders at Euro 2024), youth-driven transitions through Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams on the flanks.
Who does Spain play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Spain face Cabo Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay in Group H. Group H with Uruguay, Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde. tricky trio: Uruguay's knockout experience, Saudi's 2022 upset pedigree and Cape Verde's debut fearlessness. Debutants from Group H. African island speed on transitions can punish high lines.
Where is the full Spain World Cup 2026 roster table?
Every shirt number, NAME ON SHIRT, club, height and date of birth for all 26 call-ups is on the official Spain squad page linked in this article. The blog focuses on analysis; the roster page has the sortable FIFA table.
What does NAME ON SHIRT mean on Spain's FIFA list?
NAME ON SHIRT is the exact text FIFA registers for the back of the jersey. It can differ from passport names (abbreviations, accents, or nicknames). Use the official squad page to match each player's number to their shirt name.