Solid path in the group stage

Spain started the 2026 World Cup with offensive doubts after the 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, but quickly recovered with a 4-0 thrashing of Saudi Arabia and a narrow 1-0 victory over Uruguay. With these results, La Roja finished the first phase as an undefeated leader with no goals conceded, showcasing an interesting defense

Decisive victories in the matchups

In the knockout matches, Luis de la Fuente's team confirmed their status as contenders. They defeated Austria 3-0 in the round of 16, beat Portugal 1-0 with a goal from Mikel Merino in the quarter-finals, and won 2-1 against Belgium in the quarter-finals, despite conceding their first goal of the tournament. The semifinal against France was the best version of Spain, a 2-0 with goals from Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro that sealed the passage to the final.

The big match against Argentina

With five victories, one draw, and only one goal conceded, Spain returns to a World Cup final after 16 years. Now, the challenge will be against Argentina, in search of conquering the second World Cup after the historic victory in South Africa 2010.

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