Overview
- The Spanish federation says stadium selection remains open while FIFA technical teams tour candidate cities.
- Vigo’s Partido Popular urges the city council to formally notify FIFA of the city’s interest in hosting 2030 matches.
- Mayor Abel Caballero accuses RFEF president Rafael Louzán of moves to exclude Balaídos and disputes a 30,000-seat estimate, insisting the submitted plan is for 43,000.
- Málaga’s July 2025 exit cut Spain’s list from 11 to 10 venues, and local leaders warn it could shrink further without adding interested cities.
- San Sebastián’s Anoeta received a favorable RFEF report, with a FIFA delegation visit on Friday the 20th described as vital for its final inclusion.