Spain HubUnai Simón sets a new record for minutes without conceding with Spain. The goalkeeper has reached 33 minutes into the match against Bulgaria in Zorrilla without suffering any damage.
What happened?
The captain of the selection has not conceded a goal since the 61st minute of the Nations League final on June 8, when he was beaten by Cristiano Ronaldo.
Why is it important for Spain?
Since then, there have been three full matches without conceding goals (Bulgaria, Turkey, and Georgia), 59 minutes from that final that went into extra time, and 34 minutes today. A total of 363 minutes without conceding.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Minutes without conceding | 363 |
| Matches without goals | 3 |
What comes next?
Unai Simón has demonstrated his importance in the Spanish national team, and his unbeaten record is a notable achievement. Although he still has a long way to go to reach Casillas' absolute record, his progress is promising.
