Spain have reached the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup without conceding a goal, becoming the only team yet to be breached at the tournament. They are the first European nation to keep clean sheets in each of their opening four matches at a World Cup since Switzerland in 2006. Goalkeeper Unai Simon has gone 519 consecutive World Cup minutes without conceding, surpassing Walter Zenga's record of 517 minutes and Iker Casillas' Spain mark of 476. Spain manager Luis de la Fuente praised Simon, saying he feels "proud of him" and like he is "a member of my family," but stressed the achievements reflect collective work. Another piece of history is within reach: Switzerland's run of 559 consecutive World Cup minutes without conceding is the longest by any nation. Spain could surpass that if they keep Portugal scoreless until the 41st minute of their last-16 meeting. Spain lead the tournament for fewest shots faced (19) and fewest shots on target faced (three).
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