Spain Predicted Lineup vs Austria

This is a Spain predicted lineup for their first knockout-round tie of the 2026 World Cup. The 2010 champions come up against fellow European side Austria. While the Spaniards will be somewhat disappointed at the dropped points in the group stage, they have yet to let in a goal in this tournament which is one benefit of their tactical style. In this, we will be detailing the recent tactics, starters and team news to figure out a predicted eleven.

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Spain Predicted Lineup & Team News vs Austria

Spain Team News

As is usual by now, the big question comes for the wingers within the squad. Both Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams have had reduced roles in the tournament so far, although the Barcelona man has been further along in his recovery. While updates have mainly been on Yamal, the latest on Williams is he trained solo away from the group.

Other attackers Victor Munoz and Yeremy Pino have taken part in a warm up with the group and could be fit to feature off the bench.

Spain Recent Tactics & Starters

Luis de la Fuente sets up in a consistent 4-3-3 system with one deeper midfielder and two advanced roamers and advanced full-backs putting pressure on the back line. Unai Simon has been the starting goalkeeper for the tournament so far. Marc Cucurella, Aymeric Laporte, and Pau Cubarsi have started every match in the back four. The only question is at right back where Marcos Llorente and Pedro Porro have both been picked.

Similarly in midfield, Rodri and Pedro have appeared in all three outings so far with Mikel Merino, Dani Olmo, and Fabian Ruiz all starting as the third midfielder in the trio. Up front we have see Mikel Oyarzabal in the striker role with the winger options changing from Gavi and Ferran Torres to Lamine Yamal and Alex Baena.