Rodri Becomes the Fourth in Football History: Achieving a Unique Milestone

The Spanish national team defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final, becoming world champions for the second time in their history. This victory held special historical significance for the team's midfielder, Rodri.

Named the best player of the tournament, the Spanish midfielder replicated a rare feat achieved by only three legendary players in world football.

Rodri has collected the four most important trophies

After the 2026 World Cup title, Rodri joined the ranks of players who have won all four of the following major trophies in their careers:

• World Cup;

• European Championship;

• Champions League;

• Ballon d'Or.

Thus, he became the fourth player in football history to achieve all these honors.

To enter this list, a player must reach the highest peaks not only at the club level but also with the national team. As an individual recognition, winning the Ballon d'Or is required.

Only three players had achieved this before

Before Rodri, this result was achieved by German football legends Gerd Müller and Franz Beckenbauer, as well as the former leader of the French national team, Zinedine Zidane.

Each of them won the most prestigious trophies at both club and international levels, being recognized as the best player of their era.

Now, Rodri's name is also on this short and prestigious list.

He was at the heart of Spain's game at the 2026 World Cup

Rodri was the main anchor of Spain's midfield throughout the World Cup. He performed the crucial task of initiating attacks, controlling the tempo of the game, and stopping the opponent's counter-attacks.

In the final, Spain maintained dominance in the center of the pitch and managed to limit Argentina's attacks. The score remained level in regular time, and the fate of the championship was decided in extra time.

The only goal scored in the 106th minute secured a 1-0 victory for Spain.

Best player of the World Cup

At the conclusion of the tournament, Rodri was named the best player of the 2026 World Cup.This recognition was a testament to his consistent performance not just in the final, but throughout the entire competition.

The midfielder played a decisive role in Spain's possession-based style. His composure, precise passing, and tactical movements allowed the team to stick to their game plan even in the tournament's most difficult matches.

Rodri joins the ranks of legends

The World Cup title was the most important missing piece in Rodri's trophy collection. Now he has won the biggest club competition, the continental championship, the World Cup, and the most prestigious individual award.

Having repeated the feat of Gerd Müller, Franz Beckenbauer, and Zinedine Zidane, Rodri has further cemented his unique place in football history.

Spain lifted the World Cup for the second time, and with one final, Rodri entered one of football's most exclusive lists.