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Spain’s clean sweep at the World Cup awards

Mbappé claims Golden Boot as Rodri, Simón and Cubarsí complete Spanish sweep

The tournament's award ceremony crowned a Spanish trio of champions, with the nation securing the Golden Boot, Golden Ball and Golden Glove in a single night.

Spain's clean sweep

Kylian Mbappé finished as the competition's top scorer, netting ten goals and adding two more in a 6‑4 third‑place match against England, a performance that underscored his reputation as a modern great.

Rodri, the midfield engine of Spain, was recognized as the best player overall, having completed 753 passes with 94% accuracy and contributing to 1,803 play sequences, a testament to his consistency and influence.

Goalkeeper Unai Simón earned the Golden Glove after keeping seven clean sheets in eight appearances, conceding only a single goal throughout the knockout stage.

Teenager Pau Cubarsí was celebrated as the Best Young Player, highlighting the emergence of fresh talent that helped Spain dominate the awards.

Veteran Lionel Messi, despite scoring eight goals and providing four assists, finished without a major individual prize, ending with a tally that fell just short of Mbappé's record.

The sweep marks the first time a single nation has captured all three of the tournament's top individual honors since the awards were introduced, a milestone that reflects Spain's depth and tactical cohesion.

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