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Latest news and information relating to sport in Spain.
Organisers shorten Vuelta a Espana stage 15 due to extreme heat
Organisers of the Vuelta a Espana cycling race said they were shortening Sunday's stage 15 route from Palma del Rio to Cordoba by around 80 kilometres because of extreme heat.
Red and yellow sweep Madrid before World Cup final
Madrid was awash in red and yellow on Sunday as Spain prepared for the World Cup final against Argentina, with buses flying national flags, mobile phone networks adopting football-themed slogans and thousands of supporters wearing the national team's shirt.
'World Cup starts now' as Spain and Portugal clash in last 16
Spain and old rivals Portugal collide in an enticing World Cup clash in Texas on Monday with the quarter finals and possibly Cristiano Ronaldo's international career on the line.
Pope Leo declares himself a Real Madrid fan during Spain visit
Leo XIV tossed away the diplomatic tact usually required of popes as he began a state visit to Spain on Saturday, revealing that his footballing loyalties lie with Real Madrid.
VIDEO: Spain unveils World Cup squad with help of King Felipe
Spain's King Felipe VI starred in an emotional video presentation of the Spanish national football team's squad for the 2026 World Cup in June, which for the first time in history won't include any Real Madrid players.
How to watch the Six Nations Rugby and Winter Olympics on TV in Spain
Wondering how to keep up with the Six Nations and/or the Winter Olympics while in Spain? Here's what you need to know about watching either of these two sporting events on Spanish television.
Spain's Alcaraz sweeps past Djokovic to win maiden Australian Open title
Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz swept past Novak Djokovic to win his first Australian Open on Sunday and become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam, denying the Serbian great an unprecedented 25th major.
Spain's La Liga to pay fans for tip-offs on bars showing football illegally
Spanish football fans can earn €50 ($60) for giving La Liga tip-offs about venues showing football illegally, the Spanish league said Wednesday.
The most affordable ski resorts in Spain in 2026
Skiing can be costly, with lots of factors to add in, so where are the cheapest resorts in Spain with the most affordable passes?
Spanish golf great Ballesteros's statue goes missing
A life-sized statue of Spanish golf great Seve Ballesteros has gone missing from his hometown Pedrena, in the north of the country in an apparent robbery.
Barça to make long-awaited Camp Nou return on November 22
Barcelona will finally return to their reconstructed Camp Nou stadium against Athletic Bilbao on November 22 in La Liga, the club said Monday, after more than two years in exile.
Palestinian national team on 'mission' for peace in Spain visit
On a "mission" in Spain, Palestinian national team coach Ehab Abu Jazar and his players will play symbolic friendlies against the Basque Country and Catalan national teams in the hopes of working towards safety and freedom for their people.
Convicted former Spanish football chief Rubiales egged at book launch
Disgraced former Spanish football federation (RFEF) president Luis Rubiales had eggs flung at him allegedly by his uncle during the presentation of his new book on Thursday in Madrid.
Two Spanish basketball teams to face Israeli clubs without fans
Two Spanish basketball teams decided they will face Israeli clubs behind closed doors this week for safety reasons.
Jewish group in Spain condemns 'Israel murders' chants at Israeli player
A group representing Jewish communities in Spain on Thursday hit out at chants by Sevilla fans of "Israel murders" aimed at Villarreal forward Manor Solomon.
Spain's Vuelta final stage shortened amid Palestine protest fears
Cycling's Vuelta a Espana organisers cut the route of the race's 21st and final stage by eight kilometres (five miles) on Saturday, with large pro-Palestinian protests expected for the Madrid finale.
Why Spain's top cycling race has been rocked by pro-Palestinian protests
Spain's premier cycling race, La Vuelta, has been shaken by pro-Palestinian protests which riders believe have put them at risk and threaten to derail the event.
Teenage cyclist dies after junior Vuelta crash
A 17-year-old Spanish cyclist has died following a massive crash on Saturday during the second stage of the Junior Tour of Spain.
How to watch the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup on TV in Spain
The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup kicks off today (Friday August 22nd). If you’re a fan and live in Spain or are here on holiday, the good news is there are ways to watch the matches on television.
England beat Spain on penalties to win Women's Euro 2025 final
England beat Spain 3-1 on penalties to win the Women's Euro 2025 and retain their title after Sunday's final had finished 1-1 at the end of extra time.
How to watch the women's Euro 2025 tournament on TV in Spain
If you're in Spain during the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 and want to watch the England-Italy and Spain-Germany semifinals and then the final on television or online for free, here's how to do it.
Barça's planned Camp Nou return in August scrapped
Barcelona abandoned their plan to return to their Camp Nou home in August on Friday, pushing the stadium's re-opening back further.
Málaga withdraws as host stadium for World Cup 2030
Spanish city Málaga on Saturday withdrew from being a host venue for the 2030 World Cup, to be held in Spain, Portugal and Morocco.