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World Cup 2026 · Group H · FIFA #2
Spain
- Group
- H
- FIFA Rank
- #2
- Pot
- 1
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group H · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇪🇸 Spain | #2 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇺🇾 Uruguay | #17 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | #61 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇨🇻 Cape Verde | #69 | 4 |
Spain's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 16:00 UTC
🇪🇸 Spain vs 🇨🇻 Cape Verde
Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
· Atlanta · capacity 71,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Cape Verde's team page →
Matchday 2 · 16:00 UTC
🇪🇸 Spain vs 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
· Atlanta · capacity 71,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Saudi Arabia's team page →
Matchday 3 · 00:00 UTC (next day)
🇺🇾 Uruguay vs 🇪🇸 Spain
Guadalajara Stadium (Estadio Akron)
· Zapopan · capacity 49,000 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Uruguay's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 4-2-3-1 vs deep blocks
Pivot
Rodri
Attacking focus
Lamine Yamal · Nico Williams
Identity
Possession-based identity carrying the Euro 2024 winning core
Key players
Rodri
Lamine Yamal
Nico Williams
Pedri
Spain at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | 17 (incl. 2026) | Champion (×1) |
How to watch Spain
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: TVE · Movistar+
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Spain
Spain World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Spain play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Spain's tournament begins Jun 15, 2026 against Cape Verde at Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta (16:00 UTC).
Who is Spain's coach at World Cup 2026?
Luis de la Fuente.
What group is Spain in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group H with Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde.
What is Spain's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#2 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 1.
Has Spain ever reached a World Cup Champion?
Spain's best finish is Champion. They have appeared at 17 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Spain's captain at World Cup 2026?
Álvaro Morata.
Where can I watch Spain's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; TVE · Movistar+ in Spain.