The Spanish Football Federation was established in 1909, and the nation's first squad was created in 1920 to be ready for the Olympics.
The national football team of Spain since 1920, has represented Spain in men's international football events.
On August 28, 1920, they would compete in their first international game.
Together with three other national teams, Spain entered a consolation competition. In the opening game
Spain qualified for the following World Cup even though they were unable to attend the first one in 1930.
When Spain hosted the 1964 European Nations' Cup, it won its first significant international championship.
Three major rivalries exist between Spain and other top footballing nations.
Only eight nations have ever won the FIFA World Cup, including Spain.