Unbeaten Spain meets star-powered Belgium in the World Cup quarterfinals
Spain advances to the World Cup semifinals after a narrow 2-1 victory over Belgium in the quarterfinals.
📍 The outcome
Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals, with Mikel Merino starring in the victory. Spain advanced to the semifinals, where they will face France.
Epilogue added 42d ago, after coverage quieted.
Who reported it (28)
- Spain edges Belgium to advance to World Cup semifinals Honolulu Star-Advertiser · 44d ago
- Atlanta bar erupts as Spain secures World Cup semifinal spot FOX 5 Atlanta · 44d ago
- Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edges Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 44d ago
- Mikel Merino is most effective super sub in World Cup knockouts – this is why The New York Times · 44d ago
- Spain edges Belgium and will face France in World Cup semifinal NPR · 44d ago
- World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, latest news as Merino strikes again to send Spain through ESPN · 44d ago
- 🥳 Wild celebrations after Spain's win over Belgium Yahoo Sports · 44d ago
- If Spain wins the World Cup, this substitute could be the deciding reason NBC News · 44d ago
- England vs. Norway odds, prediction, preview, picks, start time for World Cup match on Saturday CBS Sports · 45d ago
- Norway vs. England—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Sports Illustrated · 45d ago
- World Cup: Kane vs Haaland in England-Norway quarterfinal striker battle Al Jazeera · 45d ago
- Harry Kane says Erling Haaland 'completely different player' than me ESPN · 45d ago
- World Cup 2026: England set for the open-air Miami heat BBC · 45d ago
- Lamine Yamal odds, picks, predictions, player props: Best bets for Spain vs. Belgium in 2026 World Cup CBS Sports · 45d ago
- Watch Spain vs Belgium World Cup knockout match: Start time, TV channel, streaming USA Today · 45d ago
- How to watch today’s World Cup match: Friday, July 10 FOX 5 DC · 45d ago
- How to Watch Spain vs. Belgium: TV Channel, Live Stream, Live FOX Sports · 45d ago
- Romelu Lukaku says Belgium need 'perfect game' to beat Spain ESPN · 45d ago
- 2026 World Cup parlay, best bets: Top picks for Spain vs. Belgium in Friday's quarterfinal match CBS Sports · 45d ago
- Belgium take strength from ‘millions and millions’ of new fans before Spain clash The Guardian · 45d ago
- Spain vs. Belgium mega-preview: Predictions, form guide, key players and more The New York Times · 45d ago
- The Young Star vs. The Old Guard: What To Know For Spain vs. Belgium FOX Sports · 45d ago
- Spain face toughest World Cup test against Belgium, coach says Reuters · 45d ago
- Spain vs Belgium World Cup Predictions: Best Lamine Yamal Prop Bets Tomorrow World Cup FanDuel · 45d ago
- Spain vs. Belgium—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Sports Illustrated · 45d ago
- Courtois backs underdog Belgium to upset Spain in World Cup quarterfinals ESPN · 45d ago
- Spain vs Belgium: FIFA World Cup stats & head-to-head BBC · 45d ago
- Unbeaten Spain meets star-powered Belgium in the World Cup quarterfinals AP News · 45d ago broke it first
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Where it stands
Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 to secure a spot in the World Cup semifinals. Mikel Merino played a key role in the victory, with coverage describing him as an effective substitute in the knockout stages.
Reports from ABC News, NPR, and ESPN highlight Merino's performance and Spain's progression. The win sparked celebrations in various locations, including an Atlanta bar, according to FOX 5 Atlanta and Yahoo Sports.
Spain is now scheduled to face France in the semifinals. Other quarterfinal coverage includes the upcoming match between England and Norway.
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What was the final score of the Spain vs. Belgium match?
Spain won the match 2-1.
Who was noted as a key player for Spain?
Mikel Merino is cited by ABC News and The New York Times as a star and effective substitute.
Who will Spain play in the next round?
According to NPR, Spain will face France in the World Cup semifinal.
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