Bhubaneswar, Dec. 8 -- Luis Enrique was sacked as the head coach of Spain following the team's elimination in the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup.

Spain's U-21 manager Luis de la Fuente has been named as his replacement by the Spanish football federation (RFEF).

Spain were beaten on penalties by Morocco after a goalless draw on Tuesday in an upset result after failing to turn their dominance into a victory.

"The RFEF has chosen Luis de la Fuente as the new (Spain) coach," RFEF said in a statement.

Both the RFEF president Luis Rubiales and sports director, Jose Francisco Molina have informed Luis Enrique of the decision.

"The RFEF would like to thank Luis Enrique and his entire coaching staff for their work at the helm of the senior...