Belgium scores against Spain, ending Unai Simón’s 650-minute shutout streak

In a quarterfinal match on July 10, Belgium became the first team to score against Spain in the World Cup, equalizing at 1-1 through Charles De Ketelaere's header in the 41st minute. Unai Simón had maintained a World Cup record shutout streak of 650 minutes, which included four consecutive clean sheet victories this tournament. The streak had begun in Qatar during group play in 2022 and lasted through Spain's impressive defensive performance leading into the quarterfinals. This match represents a critical moment in the tournament, challenging Spain's defensive record.

• 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — Belgium finally ends Unai Simón’s 650-minute World Cup shutout streak in quarterfinals