Spain enters the World Cup final against Argentina with ambitions that go beyond simply lifting the trophy, as they have the chance to achieve four historic records that would add exceptional value to their journey in the tournament, alongside claiming their second star in history.
According to Spanish newspaper "Sport," the Spanish national team heads into the match with an impressive streak of 37 consecutive matches without defeat, achieving 28 victories and 9 draws since their loss to Colombia in March 2024. After defeating France in the semi-finals, La Roja matched the record previously set by Italy, which was achieved between 2018 and 2021. They now have the opportunity to set a new record if they avoid defeat in the final.
Spain's national team is also nearing the best defensive record in the history of World Cup-winning teams, having conceded only one goal throughout the tournament, which came against Belgium in the quarter-finals. If the team finishes the final match with one goal or fewer conceded, they will set the record for the fewest goals conceded in a single World Cup edition.
The final presents a historic opportunity for Pau Cubarsi and Lamine Yamal, as they could become the first teenage players to lift the World Cup together. Only Pelé, Giuseppe Bergomi, and Kylian Mbappé have participated in a final before turning twenty, and all of them succeeded in raising the trophy.
In the attacking front, Mikel Oyarzabal continues his pursuit of a historic record after raising his tally to five goals in the tournament, matching the record held by Emilio Butragueño and David Villa for the most goals scored by a Spanish player in a single World Cup edition.
Spain is anticipating a showdown with Argentina as it stands on the verge of writing a new chapter in its football history, potentially combining a title win with several record achievements that would enhance this generation's place in the annals of Spanish football.
