For the second time in its history Spain
9) Libero
Unai Simón
His concentration was once again his great virtue. His central defenders made him suffer with some losses but he was always attentive. A sure bet throughout the World Cup.
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7) Timely
Pedro Porro
His toughest match in this World Cup. He lost several duels with Nico González in the first half. He extended the far post in the goal that gave the title.
8) Mature
Cubarsí
He started with a bad pass that almost complicated things for Simón. But he recovered to be a sure bet and to filter several fantastic passes that were goal threats. A colossus.
7) Hesitant
Laporte
A bad control from him left Messi facing Unai Simón. From there he was firm in marking. He could have opened the scoring with a header.
7) Winger
Cucurella
His presence in attack was constant, although he did not manage to turn it into real danger. His crosses never found a finisher. He was never tested in defense.
9) Leader
Rodri
He exercised absolute control over the tempo of the match. In containment he was a lifesaver and in build-up he gave a recital of pause and precision in passing.
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7) Solid
Fabián Ruiz
His invisible work allowed Spain to tie up Argentina. However, he struggled to get into the game and did not manage to enter the area with danger as he usually does.
8) Brilliant
Dani Olmo
On his level in this World Cup, he was the most clear-sighted player on the team. He left Lamine Yamal alone in front of the goalkeeper after a great wall pass. He came close to scoring with a great shot
8) Creative
Lamine Yamal
All the danger in the first half came from his boots. He came close to scoring with a close shot. Dibu denied him several times. He was the team’s reference.
7) Persistent
Álex Baena
He managed to fix his fullback to create spaces, but contributed little in the final meters. He never stopped trying on the left and saw goal on a couple of occasions.
9) Fighter
Oyarzabal
He fought a tough battle against the central defenders and came out victorious on many occasions. A harmless shot was all his offensive production.
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Also played
FERRAN TORRES
10 Eternal. Scored the World Cup goal with a liberating shot.
PEDRI
8 Illuminated. Improved the team with brilliant controls and passes.
NICO WILLIAMS
8 Incisive. Provided depth on the left and assisted Torres in the goal.
MERINO
6 Finisher. Missed the chance he had.
Zubimendi
6 Corrector. Gave oxygen.
Eric García
6 Resource. Replaced Laporte.
