History of the Spain national football team
| Nickname(s) |
|
|---|---|
| Association | Real Federación Española de Fútbol (RFEF) |
| Confederation | UEFA (Europe) |
| Most caps | Sergio Ramos (180) |
| Top scorer | David Villa (59) |
| FIFA ranking | |
| Highest | 1 (July 2008 – June 2009, October 2009 – March 2010, July 2010 – July 2011, October 2011 – July 2014) |
| Lowest | 25 (March 1998) |
| First international | |
| Spain 1–0 Denmark (Brussels, Belgium; 28 August 1920) | |
| World Cup | |
| Appearances | 16 (first in 1934) |
| Best result | Champions (2010) |
| European Championship | |
| Appearances | 12 (first in 1964) |
| Best result | Champions (1964, 2008, 2012 and 2024) |
The history of the Spain national football team dates back to the team's formation and first ever international match in 1920. The Spain national football team has experienced a number of successes, most notably their victory at the 2010 FIFA World Cup and their record four European titles.