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Unbeaten Spain meets star-powered Belgium in the World Cup quarterfinals

Spain advances to the World Cup semifinals after a narrow 2-1 quarterfinal victory over Belgium, powered by the impact of Mikel Merino.

By · Published July 13, 2026 at 12:51 UTC · Updated July 13, 2026 at 16:28 UTC

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📍 The outcome

Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals, with Mikel Merino playing a key role in the victory. Spain advanced to the semifinals, where they are set to face France.

Epilogue added 41d ago, after coverage quieted.

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Where it stands

Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals to secure a place in the semifinals. Mikel Merino was highlighted as a key figure in the victory, with reports describing him as a hero and an effective super sub in the knockout stages.

Coverage from Reuters, AP News, and ABC News emphasizes Merino's role in the match. BBC and NPR report that Spain's progression sets up a semifinal tie against France, while other outlets like the Honolulu Star-Advertiser and FOX 5 Atlanta focused on the win and subsequent celebrations.

Spain will now prepare for their semifinal match against France. Other tournament activity includes the England-Norway quarterfinal, featuring a striker battle between Harry Kane and Erling Haaland.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 41d ago.

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What was the final score of the Spain vs. Belgium match?

Spain won the match 2-1.

Who will Spain face in the World Cup semifinals?

Spain is set to face France in the semifinals.

Which player was credited as a key factor in Spain's win?

Mikel Merino was highlighted for his performance and impact as a substitute.

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World Cup 2026 Spain Belgium Mikel Merino France

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