Spain equals world unbeaten record: 37 games without
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Context
The Spanish team, after the triumph over France, is on an impressive trajectory towards the World Cup final. Since the last defeat in March 2024, the team has demonstrated defensive solidity and offensive capacity that makes it a strong candidate to win the title at the 2026 World Cup.
Why this matters
Spain's victory over France in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals not only guarantees a place in the final, but also equals an all-time record of 37 games unbeaten previously held by Italy. This feat underlines the strength and consistency of the Spanish team, which stands out as one of the main candidates for the world title. Unbeaten record can have a significant impact on team morale and their approach to the decisive game.
Main conclusions
- Spain equals world unbeaten record: 37 games without.
- Spain beats France (2-0) in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup, reaches 37 games without losing and equals the world national team record held by Italy.
- Оярсабаль remains central to Spain's plans.
The Spanish national team equaled the absolute world record for unbeaten streak between national teams by playing 37 consecutive games without defeat. The feat was sealed with a 2-0 victory over France in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup, in a match played at the AT&T Stadium, in Arlington (USA). The duel was refereed by Salvadoran Ivan Barton.
With this result, La Roja reaches the historic mark that belonged, in isolation, to the Italy team, undefeated during 37 games between 2018 and 2021. The Spanish series has been ongoing since March 22, 2024, the date of the last defeat: 0-1 against Colombia, in a friendly match. Since then, the Spanish team has played official and private games without giving in, and reaches the World Cup final with the possibility of surpassing the Italian record if it avoids defeat in the final game of the competition.
At the AT&T Stadium, a stage designed for great moments, the Spanish team maintained the solidity that has characterized it throughout this sequence, controlling the tempo of the game and materializing its superiority on the scoreboard with two unanswered goals. France, which was looking to return to a global final, fell by the wayside against a Spain in full competitive rise.
The 2026 World Cup takes place between June 11 and July 19, being the first edition in history organized jointly by three countries — Mexico, Canada and the United States — and the first with 48 teams and 104 games, spread across 16 stadiums. The Arlington meeting was part of the knockout phase of the tournament, already in an all-or-nothing atmosphere.
With their passport stamped for the final, Spain will face the winner of the semi-final between England and Argentina. In addition to the ambition of lifting the world trophy again, La Roja enters the decisive game with an additional objective: to establish a new isolated world record for unbeaten streak between national teams. On the other side, there is a France that, despite the defeat, achieved a high level in an always demanding competition, confirming its status as a powerhouse in international football.
The impact of this milestone goes beyond statistics. Matching Italy's run of 37 games without losing underlines the consistency, depth and competitiveness of the Spanish project in this competitive cycle towards the 2026 World Cup. Now, the final step remains: transforming the historic series into a title — and, who knows, an absolute record.
What happens next
With Spain now on course for the 2026 World Cup final, attention turns to the next opponent, who will be the winner of the clash between England and Argentina. The Spanish team, looking to surpass the Italian record, will have the opportunity to further solidify its position in world football. The final promises to be a spectacle, with Spain looking to maintain their impressive unbeaten run.
Frequently asked questions
What was the result of the game between Spain and France?
Spain beat France 2-0 in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup.
How many games in a row has Spain been undefeated?
Spain equaled the world record for unbeaten streak with 37 straight games without losing.
What is the impact of this result on the 2026 World Cup table?
With this victory, Spain advanced to the final of the 2026 World Cup.
When was the last defeat of the Spanish team?
The Spanish team's last defeat was on March 22, 2024, against Colombia.
What is Spain's next game at the 2026 World Cup?
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face the winner of the other semi-final in the 2026 World Cup final.