Spain conceded just one goal across the entire World Cup, so it’s hard to argue that anyone was stronger defensively.
They still needed some late Mikel Merino winners to survive some tight knockout games, though.
Was that the mark of champions, or did Spain ride their luck at times? Did any other team deserve the trophy more?
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Luis De La Fuente lifts the World Cup trophy alongside the Spain squad [REUTERS]Comments
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