Spain equals world record with 37-match unbeaten run
Spain's national football team has matched Italy's record of 37 consecutive matches without a loss after defeating France in the 2026 World Cup semifinal. They will now face either England or Argentina in the final.
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Spain's national football team defeated France 2-0 (1-0) in the 2026 World Cup semifinal on Tuesday, securing a spot in the final. The victory marked their 37th consecutive match without a loss, equaling the world record held by Italy.
Italy's unbeaten run of 37 matches occurred between 2018 and 2021, with 30 wins and seven draws. Spain's streak began after a friendly loss to Colombia on March 22, 2024. Since then, La Roja has recorded 28 wins and nine draws. Their last official defeat was against Scotland on March 28, 2023, in UEFA European Championship qualifying.
One of the draws in the streak came against Portugal in the UEFA Nations League final, which ended 2-2 and was followed by a penalty shootout victory for Portugal. Officially, the match is recorded as a draw.
In the final, Spain will face either England or Argentina, who play their semifinal on Wednesday. The Spanish team is one win away from their second World Cup title and a chance to rewrite football history.
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