Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón sets World Cup record with 519 straight scoreless minutes in net
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has set a new World Cup record by maintaining a shutout streak of 519 minutes. His performance has been a cornerstone of Spain's defensive success in the tournament.
Why it matters
It documents a significant milestone in international sports history, highlighting the impact of long-term coaching relationships on player performance.
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has the longest shutout streak in World Cup history, breaking a 36-year-old record while blanking Austria in a 3-0 victory Thursday (July 2 2026) for his fourth consecutive clean sheet in this World Cup.
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