Spain's Remarkable Unbeaten Streak Faces Ultimate Test in World Cup Final

Spain has established a formidable presence on the global stage, currently boasting an incredible 37-match streak without defeat in regular or extra time. This remarkable run, which began after a loss in 2024, now equals the longest such sequence by a European nation, as confirmed by Opta. Their recent 2-0 triumph over France in the semi-finals underscored their dominance and cemented their place in the World Cup final.

However, it's crucial to note that Spain's 'unbeaten' status isn't absolute in terms of outright wins. They did suffer defeat in the 2025 Nations League final, losing to Portugal in a penalty shootout. This distinction highlights that while their performance in open play has been flawless, outright victory has not always been guaranteed in every single fixture.

Their current streak draws parallels with Italy's impressive run between October 2018 and September 2021, a period that notably included their Euro 2020 victory. Yet, unlike Spain's current sequence, Italy's run was truly without any losses, even on penalties, setting a different benchmark for ultimate invincibility.