Unai Simón approaches World Cup clean-sheet record with next match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:22 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Unai Simón is close to setting a unique World Cup milestone for clean sheets. If he manages to avoid conceding a goal for 51 minutes in his next match, he will break Spain’s national record. A 90-minute clean sheet would also grant him the longest unbeaten run in World Cup history. This achievement would surpass legendary goalkeepers, including Iker Casillas. Anticipation builds as Spain prepares for their upcoming match against either Austria or Algeria, where Simón's goalkeeping skills will be crucial.
- •Simón needs 51 minutes to break Spain's clean-sheet record.
- •A full clean sheet would set the World Cup record.
- •Upcoming match opponent will be either Austria or Algeria.
- •Simón has previously faced criticism but has become a key player.
- 10:22 AMYahoo Sports — 😳 Unai Simón, one match from the World Cup clean-sheet record
"Unai Simón is on the verge of making major history at the World Cup. According to data from MisterChip, the goalkeeper is chasing a double clean-sheet record. His performances between the posts have ...
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