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Spain eliminates Belgium 2-1 in World Cup quarter-finals

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Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Spain eliminates Belgium 2-1 in World Cup quarter-finals

Summary

Spain advanced to the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 victory over Belgium in Los Angeles on June 10, 2026. Fabián Ruiz opened the scoring for Spain, but Belgium equalized through Charles De Ketelaere before halftime. Mikel Merino scored the winning goal for Spain in the 88th minute, punishing a mistake from Belgium's goalkeeper Senne Lammens. With this victory, Spain will face France in the semi-finals, while Belgium's golden generation concludes their World Cup run.

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By the Numbers

•Spain scored first with Fabián Ruiz’s goal.
•Belgium equalized through Charles De Ketelaere before halftime.
•Mikel Merino netted the late winner for Spain.
•Spain had more than double Belgium's expected goals.
•Belgium's captain Youri Tielemans was injured prior to the match.

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Spain are through to the World Cup semi-finals after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium in Los Angeles, sealed by substitute Mikel Merino’s 88th-minute winner to set up an all-European showdown wit...
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