Unai Simón returns to the Yashin Trophy shortlist, the goalkeeper’s Ballon d’Or. He featured in 2024, losing to ’Dibu’ Martínez, and will clash again this year. His World Cup heroics, title‑winning performance and unbeaten run earned him a Guinness record entry.
Uriarte insists Simón deserves the award at the London ceremony on Oct 26, recalling his near‑miss two seasons ago.
The club’s academy work underpins this push, especially for keepers. Athletic aims for the highest honors – league titles, Champions League spots, even a World Cup win, and the chance to crown the world’s best player. In my view, Simón’s consistency makes him the clear favorite. Will he finally lift the Yashin Trophy this year?