Spain into semi-finals at expense of Belgium after Merino's late winner

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Spain into semi-finals at expense of Belgium after Merino's late winner

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Mikel Merino scored a late stoppage-time goal to send Spain into the 2026 World Cup semi-finals after defeating Belgium. The decisive win sets up a highly anticipated match against France in Dallas, spotlighting Merino as a key player for Spain.

Mikel Merino emerges as Spain's hero yet again as the substitute scores in the 88th minute to stun Belgium and set up a World Cup semi-final against France.

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