Spain advances in World Cup after goal from Ferran Torres against Portugal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 8:20 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Spain eliminated Portugal from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a goalless first half. A late goal from Mikel Merino, assisted by Ferran Torres in the 90th minute, secured Spain's place in the quarter-finals. The match was closely contested, with Spain dominating possession and chances but struggling to score until the final moments. Spain will face Belgium next, continuing their quest for the title.
- •Spain eliminates Portugal in the round of 16.
- •Ferran Torres assists Mikel Merino for the winning goal.
- •Spanish players, including Pau Cubarsi and Lamine Yamal, performed well.
- •Spain will face Belgium in the quarter-finals.
- •Portugal’s tactics limited their attacking opportunities.
- 8:20 AMYahoo Sports — Barca World Cup Spotlight: Ferran Torres’ impressive cameo helps Spain beat Portgual
"The quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are slowly taking shape, and they will have to do so without Portugal, who were knocked out by Spain last night.Spain against Portugal was always expected...
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