Spain eliminates Portugal and Ronaldo in World Cup knockout stage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 6:10 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Spain advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Portugal 1-0. Mikel Merino's last-minute goal ended Cristiano Ronaldo's quest for the tournament title. Additionally, Belgium triumphed over the United States 4-1, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice. The US co-hosts are now out of the tournament, joining Canada and Mexico. Belgium will face Spain in the next round. Egypt beat Australia on penalties, setting up a quarter-final match against Argentina.
- •Spain wins 1-0 against Portugal to reach quarter-finals.
- •Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup aspirations end with the loss.
- •Belgium defeats the United States 4-1 in knockout match.
- •Egypt secures first knockout win, beating Australia on penalties.
- •Belgium will face Spain next in the quarter-finals.
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