Spain’s triumphant FIFA World Cup campaign was capped by a clean sweep of the tournament’s top individual awards following their 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final.
Captain Rodri was named the tournament’s best player, receiving the prestigious Golden Ball award in recognition of his outstanding performances throughout Spain’s title-winning campaign.
Goalkeeper Unai Simon claimed the Golden Glove award after an exceptional tournament in which he conceded just one goal in eight matches. His remarkable record set a new benchmark, surpassing the previous lowest number of goals conceded by a World Cup-winning goalkeeper.
Completing Spain’s haul of major individual honours, 19-year-old Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi was named the tournament’s Best Young Player. The centre-back impressed with a series of composed and commanding displays that belied his age, playing a key role in Spain’s defensive solidity.
The individual accolades underscored Spain’s dominance at the tournament, with the European champions combining attacking flair, defensive discipline and midfield control to capture their second FIFA World Cup title.
Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final at MetLife Stadium, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute to end Argentina’s reign as world champions.
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