Spain's Historic Double or Bust | Fargo News

Spain’s men’s soccer team is on the verge of history—winning the World Cup this Sunday would make them the first nation ever to hold both men’s and women’s titles simultaneously. While the women’s squad claimed glory in 2023, the men’s team, though storied with past triumphs, hasn’t lifted the trophy since 2010. But behind the scenes, Spain’s women’s soccer has been a battle for dignity: years of underfunding, abuse allegations, and even a player boycott before their historic win. The federation’s controversial post-victory actions—including a president kissing a player without consent—sparked outrage, forcing the team to demand systemic change. Even the men’s players have joined the cause, refusing to play until reforms happen. As the men take the field for the World Cup, the spotlight is on whether Spain can celebrate victory—or finally fix its broken system. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6026c1b1b306a1bb