Spain's Rodri scripts history, joins football's most exclusive club after WC win
Spanish midfielder Rodri has joined an elite group of football legends after winning the FIFA World Cup, becoming only the fourth player to hold the World Cup, Euro, Champions League, and Ballon d'Or titles. His performance in the 2026 tournament was statistically dominant, cementing his status as one of the sport's greatest players.
Why it matters
This achievement marks a historic milestone in professional football, highlighting the career longevity and impact of one of the sport's most influential midfielders.
Spain midfielder Rodri has etched his name alongside some of football's greatest legends after completing one of the sport's rarest collections of honours following La Roja's FIFA World Cup 2026 triumph.With Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, Rodri became just the fourth men's player in history to win the FIFA World Cup, UEFA European Championship, UEFA Champions League and the Ballon d'Or, joining an exclusive group featuring Gerd Müller, Franz Beckenbauer and Zinedine Zidane.The 30-year-old capped a remarkable tournament by also claiming the FIFA World Cup Golden Ball, awarded to the competition's best player, after serving as the heartbeat of Spain's unbeaten title-winning campaign.Already a UEFA Euro champion and Ballon d'Or winner after his stellar 2024 season, Rodri added another major milestone to his glittering career as Spain secured only their second World Cup crown.The midfielder was instrumental throughout the tournament, featuring in all eight matches…
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