As the reigning World Champions, Spain heads into Euro 2025 with the ambition of consecutive major tournament victories, set to face Portugal in their opening match. The Spanish national anthem, Marcha Real, has a rich history as one of the world's oldest anthems, first documented in 1761 and officially adopted in the 19th century. Although various lyrics have been tried, none have permanently stayed. Its military roots contribute to its significance, but the absence of a universally acceptable version prevents any official lyric addition, reflecting Spain's diverse identity.
The Marcha Real, Spain's national anthem, is one of the oldest in the world, rooted in military tradition and formally established in the 19th century.
Despite the rich history of the Marcha Real, which dates back to at least 1761, Spain's national anthem remains unique for its lack of permanent lyrics.
As reigning World Champions, Spain aims for back-to-back triumphs, with the anticipation of their Euro 2025 opening match against Portugal set to generate an electric atmosphere.
The Spanish national anthem has various historical versions, but the challenge of creating universally acceptable lyrics for its diverse population makes permanent lyrics unlikely.
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