Chile vs Spain: World Cup head-to-head record
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Chile and Spain have met three times in FIFA World Cup history, with Spain holding a 2-1 advantage in head-to-head encounters spanning from 1950 to 2014. Their most recent meeting saw Chile deliver a stunning 2-0 victory over the defending champions Spain in 2014, eliminating the European side from the group stage.
The rivalry began in 1950 when Spain secured a 2-0 victory, continued with Spain's narrow 2-1 win in the 2010 semifinal, before Chile's memorable upset in Brazil four years later turned the tables on La Roja.
Complete Head-to-Head Record
The complete World Cup meeting history shows three distinct encounters across different eras. Spain opened the series with a comfortable 2-0 victory in 1950's first round, establishing early dominance. Sixty years later, Spain edged Chile 2-1 in a thrilling 2010 encounter during their championship-winning campaign. Chile's revenge came spectacularly in 2014 when they shocked the football world by defeating the defending champions 2-0, sending Spain home after the group stage.
For fans tracking World Cup statistics and building tournament brackets, Bola 2026 offers comprehensive historical data and live match updates. The three meetings demonstrate how World Cup football can shift dramatically - from Spain's early dominance to Chile's stunning upset that remains one of the biggest shocks in recent World Cup history.
Frequently asked questions
When did Chile last beat Spain at the World Cup?
Chile's last World Cup victory over Spain came in 2014 with a 2-0 win that eliminated the defending champions from the group stage in Brazil.
How many times have Chile and Spain played at the World Cup?
Chile and Spain have met exactly three times in World Cup history: in 1950, 2010, and 2014, with Spain leading the head-to-head record 2-1.
What was Spain's biggest World Cup win against Chile?
Spain's biggest World Cup victory over Chile was 2-0, achieved twice - first in 1950 during the first round and again suffered by Spain in 2014 when Chile won by the same margin.