The numbers behind Spain defence chasing World Cup history

Unai Simon has gone 519 consecutive World Cup minutes without conceding, while Spain are yet to let in a goal at the 2026 tournament [Getty Images]There is an old saying, often attributed to legendary American football coach Paul 'Bear' Bryant, that "offence sells tickets, but defence wins championships".If that theory holds true, Spain are giving themselves every chance of lifting the World Cup.Luis de la Fuente's side have reached the last 16 without conceding a goal and are the only team yet