Merino puts Spain into World Cup semi-finals as Belgium rue costly Courtois injury
Spain advances to the World Cup semi-finals after a late goal by Mikel Merino
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The brief
Spain has advanced to the World Cup semi-finals after defeating Belgium. The match was decided by a late goal from Mikel Merino.
The New York Times, Yahoo Sports, ESPN, and The Guardian are among the outlets reporting on the match. Spain will next face France in the semi-finals.
Coverage does not yet specify whether Courtois will be available for Belgium's next match.
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Quick answers
Who scored the winning goal for Spain?
Mikel Merino scored the late winner for Spain.
Who will Spain face in the semi-finals?
Spain will face France in the semi-finals.
What was the impact of Courtois' injury?
Coverage suggests that Courtois' injury was costly for Belgium, but does not yet specify the extent of the impact.
Coverage (4)
- Spain pounce on Lammens error to make semifinal with France. Is it the real final? Was Courtois exit key? The New York Times · 6h ago
- Spain reaches World Cup semifinals as Mikel Merino delivers late winner vs. Belgium Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- Merino sends Spain to the semis, but La Roja need more from wasteful attack ESPN · 6h ago
- Merino puts Spain into World Cup semi-finals as Belgium rue costly Courtois injury The Guardian · 6h ago
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