Spain equal Italy's unbeaten record after win over France in FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final
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La Roja will have the chance to break the record in the final.
Spain have advanced to the World Cup final for only the second time in its history. The victory over France equalled Italy’s 37-game unbeaten record – the longest in international football history.
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals in Dallas on Tuesday, extending its undefeated streak in international football.
With the victory, La Roja extended their international undefeated streak to 37 games, tying Italy for the record.
Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro scored goals to help Spain defeat the 2018 champion. They are securing a summit matchup with either Argentina or England in New Jersey on Sunday.
Spain are the incumbent European Champion and are hoping to win a World Cup to match its accomplishment from the previous decade, when it won both the Euro 2008 and World Cup 2010.
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Spain equal Italy’s unbeaten record in international football
The Spanish have not lost an international match in regulation since March 26, 2024. Back then, they were defeated by Colombia in an international friendly. La Roja’s current success appears to be permanent, with teenager Lamine Yamal acting as a spark.
La Roja now have the opportunity to win the World Cup 2026 and end Italy’s undefeated record at the last whistle of Sunday’s final.
Spain’s streak includes the Euro 2024 win, which was Lamine Yamal’s first international triumph. La Roja will aim to continue their run. They have been one of the best sides since winning the Euro 2024 and will be determined to clinch their second World Cup trophy on Sunday.
When was the last time Spain lost a game?
Against Colombia in an international friendly on March 22, 2024.
Can La Roja break Italy’s record?
Yes, if they win the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.
When is the FIFA World Cup 2026 final?
20 July, 12:30 am IST.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.