Mikel Merino
Spain beats Belgium 2-1 to advance to World Cup semifinals
Mikel Merino scored a late winner to propel Spain into their first World Cup semifinal since 2010. The victory extends Spain's unbeaten streak to 36 matches.
Spain beats Belgium 2-1 to reach World Cup semi-final against France
Mikel Merino scored an 88th-minute winner to propel Spain past Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Spain will now face France in the semi-finals.
Spain eliminates Portugal to end Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career
A late goal from Mikel Merino propels Spain into the World Cup quarterfinals and marks the final World Cup appearance for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Spain knocks out Portugal to advance to World Cup quarterfinals
A stoppage-time goal from Mikel Merino propelled Spain into the quarterfinals, marking a historic defensive streak and the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup journey.
Spain beat Portugal 1-0 to reach 2026 World Cup quarter-finals
A stoppage-time strike from Mikel Merino propelled Spain into the final eight of the 2026 World Cup, ending Portugal's campaign and likely the international career of Cristiano Ronaldo.