Unai Simón
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Unbeaten record comes to end
Simon registered one save and allowed one goal in Friday's 2-1 win versus Belgium.
Analysis: Simon was beaten late in the first half after Charles De Ketelaere nodded in a perfect cross from close range, a goal that ended his all-time unbeaten record in World Cup action. However, he didn't have much work after that. Simon looked a bit rattled in the second half, particularly when he had to play with his feet, and he nearly committed a mistake that would've given Belgium a late equalizer. Simon should remain between the posts for the semifinals against France on Tuesday.
Another clean sheet
Simon recorded two saves and secured a clean sheet in Monday's 1-0 win against Portugal.
Analysis: Simon was excellent for Spain once again, as he made two saves to hold Portugal from scoring and earn yet another clean sheet. That said, he now has five clean sheets in Spain's five World Cup matches, having yet to allow an opposing team to score. He will now prepare to face Belgium or the USA in the quarterfinals, likely eyeing another clean sheet as Spain continues a historic defensive run.
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