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Grimaldo confident Spain can win World Cup despite past struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 8:44 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Grimaldo confident Spain can win World Cup despite past struggles

Summary

Alex Grimaldo expressed confidence that Spain can replicate their success from 2024 by winning the upcoming World Cup, which begins this summer. Spain, having not progressed beyond the knockout stage since 2010, is set to face Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay in Group H. Grimaldo, who played a pivotal role in leading Bayer Leverkusen to a Bundesliga title, emphasized the team's confidence and motivation heading into the tournament. He noted they are currently unbeaten in 31 competitive matches since March 2023 and are focused on their first match against Cape Verde. Grimaldo's individual performance has been notable, leading in free-kick goals in Europe's top five leagues over the past three seasons.

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By the Numbers

•Grimaldo believes Spain can win the World Cup this summer.
•Spain failed to win a knockout match since 2010.
•They are unbeaten in 31 competitive matches since March 2023.
•Spain plays Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay in Group H.
•Grimaldo leads Europe's top leagues in free-kick goals.

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8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Spain are World Cup 'favourites' despite knockout woes, says Grimaldo

What they're saying

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Alex Grimaldo believes Spain can emulate their Golden Generation by winning the World Cup two years after being crowned European champions.Spain will face tournament debutants Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay in Group H. "I see us as favourites," a confident Grimaldo told AFP ahead of his first World Cup.
— Yahoo Sports

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