They are the last remaining obstacle standing between England’s Lionesses and World Cup glory.
But Spain’s ferocious women’s team have been on quite a journey themselves, overcoming an incredible player revolt involving 15 national team stars on their way to the final.
Relationships between coach Jorge Vilda and his players have remained somewhat frosty throughout their time Down Under, despite being the competition’s top goalscorers.
La Roja represent England’s sternest test yet, boasting a wealth of talent, including possibly the best individual player on the planet in their ranks.
The Spanish stars use their Instagram pages not only to show them in action on the pitch, but also to showcase their glamorous life off it.
The jewel in the crown is undisputedly Alexia Putellas, who has won the Ballon d’Or twice in a row and could be on for a third later this year if Spain are crowned world champions on Sunday
Midfielder Irene Guerrero, who plays her club football for Atletico Madrid, could face England on Sunday
Rising star Salma Paralluelo, 19, is an athlete who competed at the European Championships in 2019
Former Manchester United defender Ona Battle is seen posing on a paddleboard on holiday
Ona Battle enjoys a trip to London’s Oxford Street during her time in England with Manchester United
Posts show former Manchester United defender Ona Battle posing on a paddleboard, while defender Olga Carmona can be seen at the wheel of a yacht, and Real Madrid’s Claudia Zornoza shares shots from a modelling shoot for New Balance.
The jewel in the crown is undisputedly Alexia Putellas, who has won the Ballon d’Or twice in a row and could be on for a third later this year if Spain are crowned world champions on Sunday.
Putellas, who plays her club football for Barcelona, is even the subject of her own fly-on-the-wall Amazon documentary, which explores how she smashed the glass ceiling.
It lifts the lid on how she often had to train in the dead of night as a child, because boys’ teams were always allowed to be on the pitch before the girls.
Her social media page – where she has amassed three million followers – is littered with glitzy trophies, brand partnerships and holiday snaps.
But it also features a video of her cycling, stretching and lifting weights at her home gym on Christmas Day – a nod to the dedication and sacrifice she has made to get to the top.
Spain and Real Madrid forward Athenea del Castillo poses in a holiday picture
Putellas, who plays her club football for Barcelona, is even the subject of her own fly-on-the-wall Amazon documentary, which explores how she smashed the glass ceiling
Ona Battle shows off her glamorous side away from the pitch by posing in a black dress at a restaurant
Defender Ivana Andres, who plays her club football for Spanish giants Real Madrid, enjoys some downtime
Defender Laia Codina, who plays her club football for Barcelona, is seen enjoying a holiday
Maria Rodriguez plays in goal for Spain and Real Madrid and could be standing in England’s way come Sunday
Real Madrid’s Olga Carmona walks barefoot through the sand in a holiday snap
Real Madrid goalkeeper Maria Rodriguez, pictured on holiday, could be standing in England’s way of glory on Sunday
Irene Guerrero, of Atletico Madrid, enjoys a snack as she relaxes on holiday
Midfielder Aitanna Bonmatti, who plays her club football for Barcelona, is likely to be a threat to England on Sunday
Real Madrid midfielder Claudia Zornoza relaxes on holiday. She will be in contention for Sunday’s World Cup final
Barcelona forward Mariona Caldentay, pictured enjoying a holiday, is among La Roja’s biggest threats
Jennifer Hermoso, pictured with Cristiano Ronaldo, is another weapon in Spain’s armoury
Waiting to step into Putellas’ shoes is her Barcelona teammate, Salma Paralluelo.
The 19-year-old winger’s talents are not limited to football, having also competed on the track too, in the hurdles and 400m.
At the age of just 15, she took part in the European Athletics Championships, before deciding to turn her full attention to the pitch.
Today, the Spanish team were seen being put through their paces ahead of Sunday’s final against the Lionesses.
La Roja were the first side to book their spot in the showpiece event with a dramatic 2-1 win against Sweden on Monday.
While England toppled hosts Australia a day later, thanks to goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo.
Both sides will be contesting their first final in the competition when they meet at Stadium Australia on Sunday morning.
And Spain have wasted no time in making sure they are prepared for the considerable threat of Sarina Wiegman’s side, who agonisingly beat them in the quarter-finals of the European Championship last summer.
Members of the Spain squad including star player Alexia Putellas (far right) were spotted training ahead of the clash with England
Spanish forward Mariona Caldentey looked relaxed as she went through her stretching program in Sydney on Sunday
Head coach Jorge Vilda has maintained the support of the Spanish FA, despite being the subject of a 15 player-strong mutiny
Players were put through their paces in Sydney ahead of the nations first Women’s World Cup final
Spain’s passage to the final, which has seen them score 17 goals in the competition – more than any other team, is all the more remarkable considering the upheaval that has taken place in the camp in recent years.
From rules over bedroom doors, letters to the Spanish football federation and a player revolt involving 15 national team stars, head coach Jorge Vilda has been at the heart of all the drama.
As a result, Spain have been without Barcalona trio Mapi Leon, Patri Guijarro and Claudia Pina and Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Lola Gollardo, who did not make themselves available for selection.
Considering that the three Barca stars featured for a team that dominated Liga F and won their second Champions League in three years, it’s scary to think how strong they might have been with particularly Leon and Guijarro in their roster.
These images of the squad provide no indication of whether there has been a thawing of tensions after Monday’s semi-final win.
Spain’s players also took part in sessions with the ball during Thursday’s workout in Sydney
Spain go into the final against England looking for revenge for the heartbreaking Euros loss
Jennifer Hermoso, Athenea del Castillo (left) and stopper Cata Coll (right) take part in training
Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Putellas was upset by her 57th minute substitution and slapped away the hand of one her Spanish coaches.
With the scores locked at 0-0 at the time of her removal, it was a bold choice from Vilda and though it did not resonate well with the Barcelona star it ultimately proved correct.
Spain go into Sunday’s tie looking to exact revenge against Wiegman’s side. During last summer’s Euros, England staged a stunning late comeback to keep their tournament hopes alive, with goals from Toone and Georgia Stanway in the 84th and 96th minute respectively.
Sunday will see the sides reunite hostilities as each nation bids to win their maiden Women’s World Cup crown.