Rodri shines for Spain in quarterfinal win over Portugal
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 1:01 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Spain midfielder Rodri was named the best player in his team’s 1-0 victory against Portugal in the World Cup quarterfinals. Despite his standout performance, Rodri emphasized that there remains "room for improvement" as Spain heads further into the tournament. The match showcased Spain's defensive strengths while continuing their pursuit for a championship title. Rodri’s contribution has been pivotal, and the squad is looking to build on this success in the upcoming matches.
- •Rodri named best player in the match against Portugal.
- •Spain won 1-0 to advance to the semifinals.
- •Rodri calls for improvement despite the victory.
- •Spain continues their World Cup campaign with strong focus.
- 1:45 AMESPN Soccer — MVP Rodri shines, seeks more from Spain in QFs
"Spain midfielder Rodri was named the best player in his team's 1-0 victory over Portugal but warned they still have "room for improvement" ahead of the World Cup quarterfinals
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