Luis de la Fuente Backs Unai Simon as Spain's No. 1

Despite persistent discussions surrounding Spain's goalkeeping position, National Team Coach Luis de la Fuente has made his preference clear. De la Fuente firmly backs Athletic Club's Unai Simon as the undisputed number one for the squad, a decision he continues to uphold.

Simon has justified this trust by keeping clean sheets in Spain's first three World Cup matches against Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, and Cape Verde. While not heavily tested in these games, Simon's consistent performance and the coach's unwavering support form a crucial foundation for Spain's defensive strategy.