• Spain's World Cup place remains at risk Spain are at risk of being thrown out of next year's World Cup according to the suspended president of their soccer federation, Angel Maria Villar. Dec 18
  • Spain could be banned from World Cup Spain's participation at the 2018 World Cup in Russia could be under threat after FIFA raised concerns about political interference within the Spanish football federation (RFEF).. Dec 15
  • Spain's World Cup jersey sparks furore The Spain jersey that will be used in the World Cup has sparked controversy after being linked to the Republican flag of the 1930s. Nov 7
  • Pique commits to Spain despite criticism Barcelona defender Gerard Pique says he considered quitting the Spanish national team over criticism for his views on the Catalan independence referendum, but decided against it because it would play into the hands of his detractors.. Oct 4
  • Villa makes surprise return to Spain squad Spain's all-time top scorer David Villa has come out of international retirement after being named in the squad for World Cup qualifiers against Italy and Liechtenstein.. Aug 25
  • Chelsea duo lead Spain's World Cup charge Recently crowned English champions Diego Costa and Pedro Rodriguez will lead Spain's attack in a World Cup qualifier next month. May 19
  • Aduriz becomes Spain's oldest scorer Aritz Aduriz became the oldest man to score for Spain, netting the final goal in their 4-0 victory over Macedonia in the World Cup qualifying Group G match on Saturday.. Nov 12
  • Mourinho helped me play for Spain: Herrera Midfielder Ander Herrera has thanked Jose Mourinho for giving him the license to express himself and credited the Manchester United manager's tactics for his first call-up to the Spain soccer squad.. Oct 10
  • Casillas out, Costa in for Spain WC18 bid Veteran goalkeeper Iker Casillas is not in the Spain squad announced on Friday by new coach Julen Lopetegui, although Chelsea striker Diego Costa has been brought back after missing Euro 2016.. Aug 26
  • Spain's Del Bosque steps down post Euros Vicente del Bosque, the coach behind Spain's glorious run of three major titles, has confirmed he is stepping down following the team's failed attempt to retain its European Championship crown.. Jul 4
  • Del Bosque quits as Spain coach Spain coach Vicente del Bosque is stepping down from the job just three days after the defending champions were knocked out of Euro 2016 by Italy in France.. Jun 30
  • Vanquished Spain arrive home to no fanfare Spain's players arrived back in Madrid on Tuesday afternoon to no fanfare after a second successive early exit from a major football tournament. Jun 28
  • Italy unchain their defensive hearts Forget Italy's image of Catenaccio (or "door chain defence"). Jun 27
  • Spain renew Euro rivalry with Italy A lot has changed for Spain since they routed Italy in the European Championship final four years ago. Jun 25
  • Spain doubts for Italy Euro16 clash What a difference five minutes can make in modern football, especially at a Euro finals that has seen an abundance of late goals and shocks. Jun 25
  • Spain to face Italy after Croatia loss Spain coach Vicente del Bosque defended his players after a 2-1 defeat by Croatia means they must face old rivals Italy in the round of 16. Jun 21
  • Croatia are not just Modric: Spain coach Spain coach Vicente del Bosque believes Croatia are one of the best teams in Euro 2016 and remain strong enough to pose the European champions problems even without their talisman Luka Modric.. Jun 20
  • Morata double gives Spain win over Turkey Turkey coach Fatih Terim accused his team of throwing in the towel in their chastening 3-0 loss to holders Spain at the European Championship on Friday.. Jun 17
  • Spain relieved after sealing late win Relief ran through Spanish ranks after Gerard Pique's late header secured a 1-0 victory over the Czech Republic in their opening Group D match at Euro 2016 on Monday.. Jun 13
  • De Gea will play in Spain's Euro opener Spain coach Vicente says David De Gea is in line to start in Monday's Euro 2016 opener against the Czech Republic despite being involved in an off-field controversy.. Jun 12