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Barcelona in total control Joan Garcia collected the award for La Liga's best goalkeeper last season before Barcelona's clash with Athletic Bilbao on Thursday.

Athletic Bilbao News / Goal.com / August 28

'One of the best goalkeepers in the world' - Edin Terzic hails Unai Simon after Camp Nou defeat

Edin Terzic faced a demanding tactical test as his Athletic Club side travelled to Spotify Camp Nou to take on Hansi Flick's Barcelona. Despite ending up on the losing side, the German manager found plenty of positives in his team's overall defensive resilience and several standout individual performances.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 20

Spain break international football's all-time unbeaten record after outclassing Argentina in 2026 World Cup final

Spain have officially etched their names into the history books after a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final. Luis de la Fuente's side secured their second world title with a superb defensive display, extending their unbeaten run to a record-breaking 38 matches.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 20

Rodri wins Golden Ball, Kylian Mbappe claims Golden Boot as FIFA announces 2026 World Cup awards

Spain’s dominance extended beyond the World Cup trophy, with Rodri headlining the tournament’s official award winners. France's Kylian Mbappe took home the Golden Boot after scoring 10 goals, while Unai Simon and Pau Cubarsi earned individual honors as nearly 6.9 million fans attended the expanded 104-match competition across North America.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 19

Spain player ratings vs Argentina: Viva La Roja! Ferran Torres fires European champions to World Cup glory as dominant final display eventually earns its rewards

Ferran Torres scored the only goal to win Spain the 2026 World Cup in a remarkably drab final. La Roja were the only side eager to play football on the day, and ran out deserved winners in extra-time thanks to the Barcelona forward's heroics.

Soccer News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / July 17

Unai Simon vs. Emiliano Martinez: Which goalkeeper is better in Spain-Argentina World Cup Final?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has brought incredible moments throughout the tournament, giving fans an experience they will never forget. It will all come down to a championship matchup between Spain and Argentina on July 19.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 15

'Fabian Ruiz & Rodri had plenty of time!' - Kylian Mbappe publicly criticises Didier Deschamps' tactics after Spain beat 'sloppy' France to reach World Cup final

Kylian Mbappe has taken a public swipe at Didier Deschamps' tactical approach following France's disappointing 2-0 World Cup semi-final exit at the hands of Spain.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 14

Spain player ratings vs France: Rodri runs the show for La Roja as Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro secure spot in the World Cup final for imperious European champions

Spain secured their place in the 2026 World Cup final with a comprehensive 2-0 win over France on Tuesday. A penalty from Mikel Oyarzabal and a second-half strike from Pedro Porro secured victory for La Roja during a dominant display in Dallas that will have struck fear into both England and Argentina as they prepare for their own semi-final.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 10

Lamine Yamal isn't Spain's only potential 'era-defining' player - Barcelona prodigy Pau Cubarsi has actually outperformed his fellow teenage sensation at the World Cup

Hansi Flick is regularly left astounded by the maturity of Pau Cubarsi's displays for Barcelona. "It's incredible to watch how well he defends," the German coach admitted last season.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 7

Unique in a bad way! Cristiano Ronaldo takes unwanted statistic away with him from World Cup ‘last dance’ with Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo’s storied relationship with the World Cup has come to a somber conclusion, defined as much by a peculiar lack of individual flair as by Portugal’s early exit.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 7

'I gave it my all' - Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup game ends in tears as Portugal captain delays international retirement decision

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed his final appearance at a World Cup following a dramatic last-16 exit against Spain in Dallas. The 41-year-old forward was left in tears after the late defeat but insisted he will not make any immediate decisions regarding his overall future with the national team.

Athletic Bilbao News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / July 7

Spain GK Unai Simon extends shutout record

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is gaining more clarity on who comes out of the round of 16. One is Spain soccer, thanks to goal keeper Unai Simon protecting the net at a high level once again.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 6

Spain player ratings vs Portugal: Mikel Merino is the ultimate super-sub! Arsenal star comes up clutch to send Cristiano Ronaldo & Co. packing from World Cup last 16

Substitute Mikel Merino scored a late winner as Spain edged Portugal 1-0 in an unexpectedly drab World Cup round-of-16 clash on Monday. The Arsenal midfielder was introduced in the 85th minute and won the game in the 91st with a tidy finish that was just about deserved.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 6

Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘last dance’? Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon not convinced that Portuguese GOAT is done with World Cups despite being past his ‘peak’

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon has warned his team about Cristiano Ronaldo's enduring threat ahead of their World Cup last-16 clash with Portugal. While admitting the veteran striker is no longer at his physical peak, Simon believes his goalscoring instincts remain unmatched and dismissed suggestions that this could be Ronaldo's final World Cup.

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Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / July 3

Spain star sets World Cup record dating back to Italy 1990 tournament

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon had little to do during their 3-0 win over Austria in the Round of 32, but in the process, set a World Cup record. The Athletic Club goalkeeper has faced questions over his number one spot, but has been backed by manager Luis de la Fuente on multiple occasions.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Italia / July 3

Zenga reacts to Unai Simon’s new World Cup record with cheeky comment

Former Italy goalkeeper Walter Zenga congratulates Unai Simón on breaking his World Cup record, but reminds he did it in a single World Cup. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón set a new World Cup record in Spain’s 3-0 win over Austria on Thursday as the match allowed him to remain unbeaten in 519 consecutive minutes across the past two World Cups.

Soccer News / HITC / July 3

Spain’s Unai Simon breaks insane World Cup record from 1990 after fourth straight clean sheet

Spain are continuing their breathtaking form at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 2010 World Cup champions recently locked horns with Austria during the Round of 32 in the tournament.

Soccer News / Football Espana / April 21

La Liga Round-Up: Isco makes long-awaited return for Betis as Unai Simon digs out Athletic Club

A round-up of all the games on Tuesday night in La Liga, as the stakes grow ever higher in the final stages of the season. Martin Demichelis was left ruing his side’s missed opportunity at Son Moix on Tuesday night, after RCD Mallorca drew with Valencia.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / August 13, 2025

'Lack of respect' – Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon reacts to La Liga match in the United States

This week, the big topic in Spanish football has been the proposed USA fixture between Villarreal and Barcelona. La Liga are determined to host a match in Miami, and although the matter has moved a step closer after the Spanish Football Federation gave their approval, there has been a lot of backlash.

Soccer News / Football Espana / November 20, 2024

Unai Simon confirms availability for Basque derby after four-month injury absence

It has been approximately four months since Unai Simon underwent wrist surgery in the aftermath of Euro 2024, which he helped Spain to win. Since then, he has been undergoing his recovery, which is now almost at its end.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 8, 2024

Teammate admits he understands why Arsenal wants to sign top Spanish attacker

Unai Simon insists he understands why Arsenal and other top European clubs are eyeing a move for Nico Williams. The attacker is one of the best Spanish talents available and has been in fantastic form for both his club and country for a long time.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / March 30, 2024

Athletic Club’s Unai Simon highlights Santiago Bernabeu’s intimidation factor ahead of Real Madrid clash

One of the matches of the weekend in La Liga takes place on Sunday evening, where Real Madrid will host Athletic Club – a match-up that sees 1st take on 4th.

Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / December 3, 2023

Manchester United dealt blow in their pursuit of 26-year-old La Liga star

Manchester United were reportedly keen on signing the Athletic Club Bilbao goalkeeper Unai Simon. The 26-year-old Spanish international has been linked with the move away from the La Liga club but he wishes to stay at San Mames for the foreseeable future.