1964 European Nations' Cup finals — final game of the 1964 European Nations' Cup
Spain defeated the Soviet Union 2–1 to claim their first European Championship title at the 1964 UEFA tournament.
Key Facts
- Date
- 21 June 1964
- Venue
- Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
- Final Score
- Spain 2–1 Soviet Union
- Attendance
- 79,115 spectators
- Referee
- Arthur Holland (England)
- Tournament Edition
- 2nd European Nations' Cup final
By the Numbers
Location
Cause → Event → Consequence
Spain and the Soviet Union qualified for the 1964 European Nations' Cup final through a series of two-legged ties. Spain defeated Romania, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, and Hungary, while the Soviet Union beat Italy, Sweden, and Denmark after receiving a bye in the qualifying round. The Soviet Union were defending champions from the inaugural 1960 tournament.
On 21 June 1964, Spain and the Soviet Union contested the European Nations' Cup final at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid before 79,115 spectators. Refereed by Arthur Holland of England, the match ended 2–1 in favor of Spain, marking their first victory in the competition.
Spain's 2–1 victory secured the country its first European Championship title. The result ended the Soviet Union's reign as continental champions and established Spain as a significant force in European international football. The tournament, held on Spanish soil, reinforced the growing prestige of UEFA's quadrennial national team competition.
Result
at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid, Spain