Spain

Spain's Bonmati keen to add Euro crown to glittering medal haul

Aitana Bonmati is hoping to add another piece of silverware to her bulging trophy cabinet when Spain play their first Women's Euro final, taking on holders England in Basel on Sunday.

Yamal, Williams dazzle as Spain beat France in nine-goal thriller

Yamal bagged a brace while Williams scored and provided an assist as the two wingers cut France's makeshift defence to ribbons.

Yamal's Ramadan fasting 'completely normal' for coach

"It's been completely normal for us. He is following his precepts, his rules, as he is following them at his club (Barcelona)," De la Fuente said during a press conference ahead of Spain's first-leg tie in Rotterdam.

Spain's Euro 2024 winning coach De la Fuente extends contract

Spain's Euro 2024 winning coach Luis de la Fuente extended his contract on Monday until 2028, the Spanish football federation said in a statement.

A Look Back at 2024 / Spain scoop the lot in remarkable year

A few weeks after Real Madrid claimed a record-extending 15th Champions League title by beating Borussia Dortmund 2-0 at Wembley in May an imperious Spain steamrollered all before them to triumph in the European Championship.

Rafael Nadal calls time on epic tennis career

Rafael Nadal on Thursday announced he will retire after the Davis Cup finals in November, ending a career which brought 22 Grand Slam titles, global respect and inspired epic, iconic rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

Ferran Torres suffers hamstring injury

The 24-year-old will miss Spain's Nations League matches against Denmark on Saturday and Serbia next Tuesday, national team coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed.

Nations League / Ruiz double helps 10-man Spain thump Switzerland 4-1

"This team managed to win a historic match," Spain manager Luis de la Fuente said afterwards.

Euro winners Spain held by Serbia in drab goalless draw

Eight of Spain's starting line-up in their Euro 2024 final victory over England almost two months ago were on the field at kick-off against Serbia in Belgrade.

August 22, 2023
August 22, 2023

Mutineers silent as Spain enjoy Women's World Cup triumph

Spain put aside months of turmoil and division to claim their first Women's World Cup title on Sunday, overcoming a player revolt that saw La Roja lose some of their best talent even before the tournament had kicked off.

August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023

From mutiny to World Cup glory

Coach Jorge Vilda was derided as a control freak who was not up to the job, but he has now made history by taking Spain to their first Women's World Cup crown.

August 20, 2023
August 20, 2023

Carmona gives Spain 1-0 lead against England at half-time

 Captain Olga Carmona gave Spain a 1-0 lead over England at halftime in the Women's World Cup final on Sunday.

August 20, 2023
August 20, 2023

England, Spain pursue history in Women's World Cup final

History will be made at the Women's World Cup on Sunday when England and Spain clash in the final in Sydney with both bidding to win the tournament for the first time.

August 16, 2023
August 16, 2023

Putellas reduced to supporting role as other stars emerge

Spain's chances coming into the Women's World Cup seemed to hinge on the fitness of Alexia Putellas but they have enjoyed a remarkable run to the final despite their star player struggling to make an impact.

August 15, 2023
August 15, 2023

Spain in maiden Women's World Cup final

Olga Carmona's stunning late strike gave Spain a 2-1 win over Sweden on Tuesday to propel them into the Women's World Cup final for the first time in their history.

August 5, 2023
August 5, 2023

Classy Bonmati takes five-star Spain into World Cup quarters

Aitana Bonmati played a starring role with a brace and two assists as Spain crushed Switzerland 5-1 at Eden Park on Saturday to march into the quarter-finals of the Women's World Cup for the first time in their history.

July 27, 2023
July 27, 2023

David Silva announces retirement after knee injury

Former Spain international David Silva announced his retirement on Thursday, days after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in pre-season training with his club Real Sociedad.

July 9, 2023
July 9, 2023

Former Spanish Ballon d'Or winner Luis Suarez dies at 88

Former Barcelona and Inter Milan midfielder Luis Suarez the only male footballer born in Spain to win the Ballon D'Or died at the age of 88 on Sunday.

July 5, 2023
July 5, 2023

PSG appoint Luis Enrique as new coach

The 53-year-old, who had been a free agent since being sacked as Spain coach last December, replaces Christophe Galtier after his departure from the club was confirmed earlier in the day.