Merino's Late Strike Sends Spain Past Belgium, Sets up France Showdown
Substitute Mikel Merino scored the decisive goal as Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-final, earning a semi-final meeting with France near Dallas on Tuesday.
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Merino's Late Strike Sends Spain Past Belgium into World Cup 2026 Semis
Spain advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 2-1 victory over Belgium, with substitute Mikel Merino scoring the decisive goal in the 88th minute at Los Angeles Stadium on Friday.
Spain Advances to World Cup Semis as Merino's Late Strike Downs Injury-Hit Belgium
Substitute Mikel Merino scored a decisive late goal to guide Spain to a 2-1 victory over Belgium in their World Cup quarterfinal clash in Los Angeles, setting up a high-stakes semifinal encounter with France.
Spain's Merino Seals Last-Gasp Victory Over Injury-Depleted Belgium in World Cup Quarter-Final
Spain progressed to the World Cup semi-finals after substitute Mikel Merino's dramatic late strike secured a 2-1 victory over a Belgian side ravaged by injuries, setting up a blockbuster clash with France.