 England vs. Spain in Football Head to Head record
England and Spain have long been recognized as two of the premier footballing nations, yet they have seldom faced off on the biggest stages. Both countries have experienced their share of highs and lows, but Spain capitalized more effectively on their extraordinary talent during their dominant 2008-2012 era. In contrast, England continues to search for silverware since their 1966 World Cup victory.
The Three Lions have been through it all, with what was then “30 years of hurt” when Baddiel & Skinner’s iconic track was released in 1996 perpetuating into 2024.
Spain has faced prolonged periods of underachievement, sharing many parallels with England. Both nations once employed a more rudimentary style of play, but Spain’s evolution into a team renowned for its fluid and entertaining football has set them apart in recent years.
Despite their infrequent encounters, the head-to-head record between England and Spain is a fascinating aspect of football history. Here’s a detailed overview of England’s performance against Spain in their various meetings.
England vs. Spain head-to-head record, history, results
England and Spain have faced each other 27 times dating back to their first meeting in 1929. That has included two matches in the UEFA European Championship and two in the FIFA World Cup.
The overall record stands at 13 wins for England compared to 10 for Spain, with four draws.
| England wins | Draws | Spain wins |
| 13 | 4 | 10 |
