In an intense and high-stakes final set for this Sunday, Spain’s U-17 women’s football team stands on the cusp of an extraordinary achievement that would secure their place in the history books. Facing North Korea (Korea DPR) in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final in the Dominican Republic, Spain has the chance to become the first team ever to win three consecutive titles in an 11-a-side FIFA tournament, a milestone unmatched in world football.

Spain’s remarkable journey began with victories in the 2018 and 2022 U-17 Women’s World Cups, and under the skilled leadership of coach Kenio Gonzalo, they now have their sights set on a third title. A win would not only break records but also set a benchmark in a competition where no nation has previously managed such a feat, a legacy that could endure for generations.

Historically, FIFA tournaments have seen only a handful of teams come close to this level of dominance. Brazil’s men’s futsal and beach soccer teams managed streaks in their respective formats, while senior and youth teams in traditional football have repeatedly fallen short of the elusive three-peat. Even Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets, inspired by future star Victor Osimhen’s record ten-goal performance, were unable to achieve the three-peat after missing the 2017 tournament.

As Sunday approaches, Spain’s players know this is no ordinary final; it’s a match that could forever cement their status as one of the greatest youth teams in history. With the weight of legacy on their shoulders, Spain’s young stars have the opportunity to achieve what no team has before: a historic treble that could resonate through the world of football for decades.