Arriving as defending champions, Spain carried the weight of their 2010 triumph into 2014. Under Vicente del Bosque, they set out to do what so few ever manage win it twice in a row.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 9 |
| 2 |
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3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 3 |
| 4 |
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 9 | -6 | 0 |
In a sobering defence of their title, Spain failed to advance beyond the group stage, a humbling outcome for the holders.
Arriving as defending champions, Spain endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a heavy 1-5 defeat to Netherlands, a 0-2 defeat against Chile, and a commanding 3-0 victory over Australia. Despite moments of quality, it was not enough to advance, and Spain's campaign ended at the the opening round.
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Conceded 7 in 3 matches eliminated in the group stage.
Xabi Alonso led Spain's attack with 1 goal at the 2014 World Cup. Shared the top-scorer honours with Torres, Villa and Mata, all with 1.
The tactical mind behind Spain's 2014 campaign. At the helm since the 2010 World Cup 10 World Cup matches managed in total.
Spain's squad was known for their possession-based style of play. The team relied on quick passing and movement to control the tempo of games.
