Spain Sets Record for Best Defensive Record in World Cup History

Spain continues to make history after winning the 2026 World Cup, achieving an unprecedented defensive record that reflects the team's strength throughout the tournament.

Opta has confirmed that the Spanish national team has conceded only one goal throughout all its matches in the 2026 World Cup, achieving the best defensive record of any team that has won the title in the tournament's history.

This figure grants the Spanish national team an exceptional status among world champions, having surpassed all previous winners in terms of goals conceded during the tournament.

This achievement came after a journey marked by defensive solidity and tactical discipline, as the Spanish national team successfully limited the threat from their opponents throughout the tournament, before clinching the title with a victory over Argentina in the final.