Spain booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging Portugal 1-0 in a thrilling Round of 16 encounter.
The decisive moment came deep into stoppage time as Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the 90th minute, handing Spain a dramatic victory over Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal.
The late strike ended Portugal’s World Cup campaign and secured Spain’s progression to the last eight, where they will continue their quest for a second FIFA World Cup title.
Spain is expected to play winner between USA and Belgium at thd quarters finals.
