Spain Becomes the Most Successful Team in Euro Cup History with Fourth Title
Spain established a new hierarchy in the Euro Cup, securing their fourth title on Sunday and becoming the tournament’s most decorated team.
This victory was clinched with a 2-1 win over England at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin, Germany.
Nicknamed “La Furia Roja,” Spain won three of their four titles in the last 26 years, including back-to-back wins in 2008 and 2012, plus an earlier win in 1964.
In this tournament, the Spanish team surpassed Germany, the host nation, who were previously tied with Spain at three titles each. Germany’s championships were secured in 1972, 1980, and 1996.
Championships by Country
- Spain: 4 titles (1964, 2008, 2012, 2024)
- Germany: 3 titles (1972, 1980, 1996)
- Italy: 2 titles (1968, 2020)
- France: 2 titles (1984, 2000)
- Russia (as the Soviet Union): 1 title (1960)
- Czech Republic (as Czechoslovakia): 1 title (1976)
- Slovakia (as Czechoslovakia): 1 title (1976)
- Netherlands: 1 title (1988)
- Denmark: 1 title (1992)
- Greece: 1 title (2004)
- Portugal: 1 title (2016)
In addition to the prestige of winning, Spain will receive a substantial financial reward for their victory.
The total prize money awarded to the Spanish team amounts to €28.26 million (approximately $166.9 million).
Spain Becomes the Most Successful Team in Euro Cup History with Fourth Title
This prize money is distributed among the federation and team members, reflecting tournament progress and including performance bonuses for group stage victories.
Nico Williams opened the scoring for Spain during the final, while Cole Palmer briefly equalized for England.
Ultimately, Mikel Oyarzabal secured the victory and the championship for Spain.
Breakdown of Spain’s Prize Money in the Euro Cup
- Participation fee: €9.25 million ($54.6 million USD)
- Group stage win bonus (three wins): €1 million each ($5.9 million USD per win)
- Round of 16 advancement: €1.5 million ($8.8 million USD)
- Quarterfinals advancement: €2.5 million ($14.7 million USD)
- Semifinals advancement: €4 million ($23.6 million USD)
- Championship victory: €8 million ($47.2 million USD)
- Total: €28.26 million ($166.9 million USD)
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