Unai Simón to Start in Goal for Spain at World Cup
Short overview
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has chosen Unai Simón as starting goalkeeper for the World Cup, with Joan García and David Raya on the bench.
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has decided that Unai Simón will start in goal for the national team at the World Cup. Both Joan García and David Raya will be on the bench as backup options.
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