- 2d ago
Spain edges Belgium 2-1 on Merino winner, advances to World Cup semi-final against France
Mikel Merino came off the bench to score the decisive goal for the second straight knockout match, sending Spain into a semi-final clash with France after a 2-1 win over Belgium at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
- Jul 6
Spain beats Portugal 1-0: Merino's late goal sends La Roja to quarterfinals, ends Ronaldo's World Cup
Spain edged Portugal 1-0 in the World Cup round of 16 in Dallas, with Mikel Merino's 91st-minute goal securing a quarterfinal spot and ending Cristiano Ronaldo's tournament career.
