Match previews·21 days ago
Spain meet Argentina in World Cup final with rankings and data in focus
FIFA's top two sides meet on Sunday, with Opta's model favouring Spain while Argentina lean on outperforming their expected goals.
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Match previews·21 days ago
World Cup final: Spain's defensive record against Argentina's xG surge
The top two sides in FIFA's world ranking meet on Sunday, with Opta's model making Spain favourites and Argentina rated fourth likeliest.
Football·33 days ago
Spain's silent anthem: why La Roja don't sing before the World Cup final
Spain meet Argentina in the World Cup final, but La Marcha Real has no words — a legacy of the Franco era that leaves players standing silent.
Tournaments·33 days ago
Spain's anthem has no words: why La Roja stand silent before matches
Spain's national anthem, La Marcha Real, has lacked official lyrics since the Franco era, leaving players and fans to listen in silence before kick-off.
Football·109 days ago
Spain celebrate 2026 World Cup victory with Madrid parade
Thousands lined the streets as the Spanish squad paraded through the capital after winning the 2026 World Cup.
Tournaments·125 days ago
Luis de la Fuente's Spain: Culture and consistency driving World Cup bid
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has built a squad defined by collective identity and an unbeaten run as they aim for World Cup glory.
Football·146 days ago
Spain Held by Cape Verde in World Cup Opener, Squad Updates Emerge
Reigning European champions Spain were held to a goalless draw by tournament debutants Cape Verde in their 2026 World Cup opener.