Sixteen titles in five years - why Spain are a dominant force
We look at what's behind Spain's dominance after they become the first nation to be men's and women's World Cup champions at the same time.
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""It is a dominance.""
— Guillem Balague , Celebrity
""This is not only a team for the present, but also a team for the future.""
— Juan Mata , Athlete
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We look at what's behind Spain's dominance after they become the first nation to be men's and women's World Cup champions at the same time.
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