Spain vs Jamaica
Spain vs Jamaica preview
Spain vs Jamaica pits Spain (FIFA #3) against Jamaica (#56) in Group E on Friday, June 26, 2026 at Hard Rock Stadium. Spain go in as the favoured side on FIFA Ranking alone, but Jamaica have group stage as their World Cup high-water mark.
Hard Rock Stadium (capacity 65,326) is the open-roof home of the Miami Dolphins (NFL), Inter Miami CF (MLS, Hard Rock training centre). It sits 2m above sea level in Miami (Miami Gardens). June/July temperatures in Miami average a high of 32°C and a low of 25°C, with notable rainfall — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Spain have appeared at 16 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: R16, R16, R16, Champions, QF). Jamaica have appeared at 2 World Cups (last five: DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Spain vs Jamaica — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Spain | Jamaica |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #3 | #56 |
| Confederation | UEFA | CONCACAF |
| WC appearances | 16 | 2 |
| Best WC finish | Champions (2010) | Group stage |
| Last 5 WCs | R16, R16, R16, Champions, QF | DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ |
| Captain | Álvaro Morata | Andre Blake |
| Manager | Luis de la Fuente | Steve McClaren |
| Players to watch | Lamine Yamal, Rodri, Pedri | Leon Bailey, Michail Antonio, Demarai Gray |
Get live Spain vs Jamaica data
// Fetch live data for Spain vs Jamaica
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-26',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
// data: [{ id, kickoff_utc, status, score, lineups, events, xg, ... }]Other matches on Jun 26
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Spain vs Jamaica at the 2026 World Cup?
Spain vs Jamaica is scheduled for Friday, June 26, 2026, kicking off at Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:00:00 UTC at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami (Miami Gardens).
What stage is Spain vs Jamaica?
Spain vs Jamaica is a Group Stage fixture in Group E at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Spain vs Jamaica?
Hard Rock Stadium (capacity 65,326, opened 1987, open roof, natural grass) in Miami (Miami Gardens) hosts Spain vs Jamaica.
Who is favoured to win Spain vs Jamaica?
Spain go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #3, with Jamaica ranked #56. Spain's best World Cup finish is Champions (2010); Jamaica's is Group stage. Live odds for Spain vs Jamaica are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Spain vs Jamaica?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Spain vs Jamaica in my timezone?
Spain vs Jamaica kicks off at Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Spain vs Jamaica stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-26) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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