Spain reached the semi-finals at Euro 2020, where they lost on penalties to Italy, but it has otherwise been a quiet spell at major tournaments, with consecutive last-16 exits at World Cups. Confidence is high for Luis de la Fuente’s side, though, after a strong qualifying campaign, and there is an exciting feel to this Spanish squad, with Lamine Yamal starting and becoming the youngest ever player to feature at a European Championship.
