Rodri says Spain can improve after Round of 16 win over Portugal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 7:40 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Rodri emphasized Spain's potential for improvement following their 1-0 victory against Portugal in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mikel Merino scored the decisive goal in Dallas, allowing Spain to advance while maintaining a perfect defensive record in the tournament. Rodri, who captained the team and was named Player of the Match, noted that the squad must sharpen their attacking play ahead of their next clash against Belgium in Los Angeles on Friday. He highlighted the team's ability to read the game and their strong midfield performance as keys to their success against Portugal.
- •Spain advances to the quarter-finals after defeating Portugal 1-0.
- •Mikel Merino scored the only goal in Dallas.
- •Rodri captained the team and received Player of the Match honors.
- •Spain has not conceded a goal in the tournament so far.
- •Spain faces Belgium in Los Angeles on Friday.
- 7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Rodri: Spain can still improve as World Cup goes on
"Rodri says Spain can still get much better after their 1-0 Round of 16 win over Portugal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Men's Team City Magazine: World Cup 2026 Special Mikel Merino scored the only goal ...
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