Martin made a record 11 saves in the World Cup final, at least three more than the second-place finisher.

In the final of the USA-Canadian Cup, Argentine goalkeeper Damian Martinez made 11 saves, setting a new World Cup final record.

Since detailed statistics became available in 1966, Martin has made the most saves in World Cup finals, at least three more than the second-place goalkeeper. Against Spain, Martin made 11 saves.

Argentina ultimately lost 0-1 to Spain, failing to defend their World Cup title.

World Cup final goalkeeper saves

11 times - Damian Martinez (Argentina/2026)

8 times - Banks (England/1966)

8 times - Tilkovsky (West Germany/1966)

8 times - Felix (Brazil/1970)

8 times - Filho (Argentina/1978)

8 times - Jungblede (Netherlands/1978)

8 times - Pagliuca (Italy/1994)