Unai Simon

Born: June 11, 1997

Height: 6' 2.5" (190cm)
Weight: 13st 8lb (86kg)

Hometown: Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
Nationality: Spain Spanish

Position: Goalkeeper
Unai Simon
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Career History
Senior2018-Athletic Bilbao
Sports Mole has 236 articles about Unai Simon. Articles 1 to 40:
Vozinha of Cape Verde, on June 15, 2026
Cape Verde hero Vozinha beaten to World Cup 2026 Best Goalkeeper in Sports Mole Readers' Awards
Cape Verde hero Vozinha is beaten by a shot-stopping counterpart to best goalkeeper in the Sports Mole World Cup 2026 Readers' Awards.
Jul 21, 16:00
 Spain World Cup - Rodri, Luis de la Fuente, Lamine Yamal
Luis de la Fuenta, Pau Cubarsi, Rodri, Lamine Yamal: The blueprint behind Spain's second World Cup title
Spain won the 2026 World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. Here's the tactical blueprint behind La Roja's unbeaten run to a second global crown.
Jul 20, 22:05
 Spain captain Rodri wins the Adidas Golden Ball on July 19, 2026
World Cup 2026 team of the tournament: Lionel Messi, Rodri, Kylian Mbappe headline XI
Sports Mole reveals the 2026 World Cup team of the tournament following Spain’s triumph over Argentina in New Jersey.
Jul 20, 17:15
 Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal and Dani Olmo celebrate a Spain goal on July 14, 2026
Spain's road to the 2026 World Cup final ahead of Argentina New Jersey battle
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how La Roja made it to the New Jersey showpiece.
Jul 17, 18:20
 Portugal manager Roberto Martinez during UEFA Euro 2024, July 2024
Portugal vs Spain: How Roberto Martinez can unlock La Roja's record-breaking World Cup defence in battle of Arlington
Sports Mole looks at how Roberto Martinez can get Portugal's attack firing in Arlington against a Spain side that have yet to concede at the 2026 World Cup.
Jul 5, 11:56
 Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente on June 15, 2026
Spain 3-0 Austria: Will De la Fuente's defensive fortress hold up in the last 16?
Ahead of Spain's last-16 match, Sports Mole looks at how Luis de la Fuente has built an impenetrable rearguard that is drawing parallels to the legendary 2010 World Cup-winning side.
Jul 2, 23:55
 Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente on November 15, 2024
Arsenal star 'ignored' by Spanish media despite sensational Gunners form, claims Luis de la Fuente
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente says that Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya is viewed very differently in his homeland than he is in English football.
Mar 28, 15:21
 Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams pictured on August 31, 2025
Preview:Real Oviedo vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Real Oviedo and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 13, 14:39
 Athletic Bilbao manager Ernesto Valverde pictured on August 17, 2025
Preview:Ourense CF vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Copa del Rey clash between Ourense CF and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 16, 22:33
 Alisson Becker, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Emiliano Martinez
Best goalkeepers in the world: Where do Unai Simon, Gianluigi Donnarumma currently rank in top 10 shot-stoppers in football?
Who are the best goalkeepers in the world today? Sports Mole counts down the top 10, including Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois.
Dec 15, 12:27
 Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring on December 3, 2025
Athletic Bilbao 0-3 Real Madrid: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Mbappe stars and Alexander-Arnold sustains injury
Kylian Mbappe registers three goal contributions to fire Real Madrid to a comfortable 3-0 win over Athletic Bilbao in La Liga.
Dec 3, 20:00
 Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente on October 14, 2025
Spain lineup vs. Turkey: Predicted XI for final World Cup qualifier with De la Fuente set to make decision over changes
Sports Mole looks at how Spain could line up in Tuesday's 2026 World Cup qualifying clash against Turkey at the Estadio de La Cartuja.
Nov 16, 23:37
 Dan Burn and Joelinton of Newcastle United battle with Jesus Areso of Athletic Bilbao on November 5, 2025
Newcastle vs. Athletic Bilbao: Head-to-head record and past meetings after Champions League clash
After Newcastle United beat Athletic Bilbao 2-0 in the Champions League, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Nov 5, 22:40
 Dan Burn of Newcastle United celebrates scoring on November 5, 2025
Newcastle United 2-0 Athletic Bilbao: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Dan Burn header earns third Champions League win
A brilliant Dan Burn header inspires Newcastle United to a third straight Champions League win on Wednesday as they beat Athletic Bilbao 2-0 at St James' Park.
Nov 5, 20:04
 Spain's Yeremy Pino on October 12, 2025
Spain lineup vs. Bulgaria: Predicted XI for La Roja with Luis de la Fuente set to make Yeremy Pino decision
Sports Mole looks at how Spain could line up in Tuesday's 2026 World Cup qualification fixture against Bulgaria in Valladolid.
Oct 12, 22:47
 Spain's Lamine Yamal with Nico Williams on June 5, 2025
Spain lineup vs. Bulgaria: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup qualifier with Yamal, Williams to resume formidable partnership
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Spain could line up for Thursday's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Bulgaria.
Sep 2, 20:22
 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring on June 8, 2025
Portugal 2-2 Spain (5-3 on pens): Highlights, man of the match, stats as Cristiano Ronaldo adds another trophy to his collection
Portugal prevail in a penalty shootout against Spain to win their second UEFA Nations League title after playing out a 2-2 draw in Munich.
Jun 8, 20:05
 Spain's Lamine Yamal celebrates after scoring on June 5, 2025
Spain 5-4 France: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Yamal stars in nine-goal thriller
Lamine Yamal scores a brace as Spain claim a thrilling 5-4 victory in their UEFA Nations League semi-final tie against France.
Jun 5, 20:12
 Spain defender Dean Huijsen before his nation's match against the Netherlands, on March 23, 2025
Spain lineup vs. France: Predicted XI for UEFA Nations League semi-final clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Spain could line up for Thursday's UEFA Nations League semi-final clash with France.
Jun 3, 22:40
 Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams pictured on March 13, 2025
Preview:Real Sociedad vs. Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Real Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 2, 16:56
 Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund on April 17, 2025
Team News: Man United XI for Athletic Bilbao showdown revealed including surprise defensive starter
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim confirms his starting side for Thursday's Europa League semi-final first leg with Athletic Bilbao.
May 1, 17:49
 Athletic Bilbao's Oihan Sancet celebrates scoring their first goal on August 15, 2024
Athletic Bilbao lineup vs. Manchester United: Predicted XI for Europa League semi-final first leg
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Athletic Club could line up for Thursday's Europa League semi-final first leg against Manchester United.
Apr 29, 15:35
 Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid CF celebrates a goal on November 9, 2024
Preview:Real Madrid vs. Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Real Madrid and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 18, 09:13
 Athletic Bilbao head coach Ernesto Valverde on August 24, 2024
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs. Rangers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Athletic Bilbao and Rangers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 15, 20:45
 Spain attacker Lamine Yamal on March 23, 2025
Spain 3-3 Netherlands: Highlights, man of the match, stats as chaotic UEFA Nations League quarter-final is decided by a penalty shootout
Spain book their spot in the semi-finals of the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League courtesy of a penalty-shootout success over Netherlands.
Mar 23, 22:43
 Spain's Mikel Merino on March 20, 2025
Netherlands 2-2 Spain: Highlights, man of the match, stats as La Roja fight back to leave quarter-final delicately poised
Mikel Merino comes up with a last-gasp leveller as Spain fight back to draw 2-2 with 10-man Netherlands in the first leg of their UEFA Nations League quarter-final.
Mar 20, 21:56
 Sevilla's Dodi Lukebakio in action on January 11, 2025
Preview:Sevilla vs. Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Sevilla and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 14, 22:54
 Barcelona's Pau Cubarsi and Lamine Yamal on September 25, 2024
Spain squad for Netherlands double-header is revealed as 11 Barcelona stars learn their fate
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente names seven Barcelona players in his squad for the two-legged UEFA Nations League semi-final against Netherlands.
Mar 14, 12:05
 Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams in action on December 8, 2024
Preview:Real Betis vs. Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Real Betis and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 31, 12:56
 Athletic Bilbao's Inaki Williams celebrates after scoring on December 11, 2024
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs. Leganes - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Leganes, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 24, 12:03
 Athletic Bilbao's Inaki Williams celebrates after scoring on December 11, 2024
Athletic Bilbao lineup vs. Barcelona: Predicted XI for Spanish Super Cup clash with Williams brothers set to return
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Athletic Bilbao could line up for Wednesday's Spanish Super Cup semi-final against Barcelona.
Jan 6, 22:11
 Barcelona's Pedri reacts on December 21, 2024
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs. Barcelona - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Supercopa de Espana clash between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 6, 17:07
 Manager of Valencia Ruben Baraja during his side's match against Las Palmas, on October 21, 2024
Preview:Valencia vs. Alaves - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Valencia and Alaves, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 21, 00:08
 Fenerbahce head coach Jose Mourinho on October 3, 2024
Preview:Fenerbahce vs. Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Europa League clash between Fenerbahce and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 10, 01:03
 Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams on August 15, 2024
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs. Villarreal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Villarreal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 6, 10:26
 Athletic Bilbao's Julen Agirrezabala on November 3, 2024
Athletic Bilbao lineup vs. Real Madrid: Will Julen Agirrezabala or Unai Simon start in goal?
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Athletic Bilbao could line up for Wednesday's La Liga clash with Real Madrid.
Dec 2, 21:41
 Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham celebrates scoring against Getafe on December 1, 2024
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs. Real Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Real Madrid, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 2, 18:18
 Athletic Bilbao's Oihan Sancet pictured on August 3, 2024
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs. Elfsborg - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Athletic Bilbao and Elfsborg, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 26, 15:54
 Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams on August 15, 2024
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs. Real Sociedad - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 22, 11:22
 Spain duo Nico Williams, Lamine Yamal on July 14, 2024
Denmark vs. Spain: Predicted La Roja XI for vital Nations League fixture
Sports Mole looks at how European champions Spain could line up in their UEFA Nations League fixture with Denmark.
Nov 13, 13:10
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