FRA 16.5%
ESP 16%
ENG 11.5%
POR 9.4%
ARG 8.9%Tournament outlook
Reigning European champions with the game's most complete midfield and a teenage superstar in Yamal. Spain are most analysts' clear favourites.
Managed by Luis de la Fuente, Spain head into the 2026 World Cup in Group H, where they face Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay. With a FIFA ranking of #2, expectations are calibrated accordingly, but tournament football has a way of rewriting the script.
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Key players
LY
Lamine Yamal
RW · Barcelona
R
Rodri
DM · Manchester City
P
Pedri
CM · Barcelona
Strengths & weaknesses
▲ Strengths
- Best midfield in the world
- Yamal's genius
- Possession control
▼ Weaknesses
- Reliance on a fit Rodri
- Centre-forward depth
How far can Spain go?
Spain are genuine contenders. Hit form at the right moment and a deep run, even the final, is well within reach. Follow our matchup previews and live odds throughout the group stage to track their progress.
