Spain scores late to secure semifinal spot against France
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 9:34 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals after defeating Belgium 2-1 on July 10. A late goal sealed the victory for Spain, which dominated much of the match. The result puts Spain on a collision course with France in the next round. This match showcased Spain's resilience and tactical adaptation against a challenging Belgian side.
- •Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals
- •The decisive goal came in the final moments of the match
- •Spain will face France in the semifinals
- •Match took place on July 10
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"In an outcome that felt inevitable for most of the game, Spain beat Belgium 2-1 with a late goal from a familiar face on Friday.
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