Spain World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more

Spain won the Euro 2012 and the 2010 World Cup. They have struggled recently, having exited the next World Cups in the group stage. Luis Enrique took over after the 2018 World Championship in Russia. Spain qualified for Euro 2016 and 2018, but they lost on penalties to Italy. La Roja will play Germany, Costa Rica and Japan in Group E. They play on Wednesday 23 November at 19:00 and Sunday 27 November 22:30.

Unai Simon, Robert Sanchez, David Raya, Cesar Azpilicueta, Dani Carvajal, Eric Garcia, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, Rodrigo, Gavi, Carlos Soler, Marcos Llorente, Pedri, Koke, Ferran Torres, Alvaro Morata, Marco Asensio, Pablo Sarabia, Ansu Fati, Nico Williams, Yeremy Pino, and Dani Olmo are in the squad.

Pedri is a Barcelona midfielder who is 20 years old. He played for Spain at the Euros and made the team of the tournament. Nico Williams made his senior debut for the Spain during the Nations League fixtures in September. The Athletic Bilbao winger is only 20 but has shown glimpses of his exciting play in La Liga this season.

Expectations are high for Spain. They are one of the favourites to win the tournament. However, their mentality has left a lot to desire. Their fate could be decided by their performance in key moments.