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Unai Simón, goalkeeper of the season
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Unai Simón, goalkeeper of the season
Unai Simón, Golden Glove winner and world champion
Unai Simón has been named goalkeeper of the year after starring in defence for World Cup-winning Spain. He won the World Cup Golden Glove and set a record of 649 consecutive minutes without conceding a goal at a World Cup, surpassing Walter Zenga's mark of 517 minutes, which had stood since 1990.
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The Athletic Club goalkeeper was a key figure in a team that reached the final and beat Argentina 1-0. His composure, positioning and ability with the ball at his feet proved decisive in a fiercely demanding tournament. The award recognises a historic performance on football's biggest stage.
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