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‘There is a magnificent balance’: how Spain built a record-breaking defence

The Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has not conceded a goal at the World Cup and, worryingly for Belgium, he has not had to face that many shots

The Guardian - UK

Spain vs Belgium: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds today

European heavyweights collide as France await in huge semi-final showdown

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026 Quarter Final Spain vs. Belgium Predictions

Spain vs. Belgium at SoFi Stadium: can Belgium's attack breach a defense that has conceded just once in five World Cup 2026 games? Our pick is Spain at -157.

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’My Fault’—Man City Star Takes Responsibility for Heated Clash With Ex-Teammate

Bernardo Silva didn’t take kindly to Rodri’s antics at the end of their round of 16 encounter.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA World Cup 2026 results: Who won yesterday's match between Portugal and Spain?

Spain advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after a narrow 1-0 victory over Portugal. Mikel Merino scored a dramatic injury-time goal to secure the win for Spain. This defeat marked the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup journey and Portugal's tournament. Spain will now face Belgium in the…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026: Ronaldo out of his last World Cup as Spain beat Portugal

Mikel Merino broke the deadlock in injury time as Spain continue their perfect run with a 1-0 win. Portugal's exit means Cristiano Ronaldo played his final game at the World Cup, as he confirmed he's retiring from international football. Spain will face Belgium next after Rudi Garcia's side thrashed the…

France 24

WATCH: Ruben Dias walks out of Portugal press conference in BIZARRE circumstances after appearing to be upset by Spain's Mikel Merino

FourFourTwo were witness to one of the oddest moments of the 2026 World Cup in the basement of Dallas Stadium

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The Cristiano Ronaldo World Cup Circus Is Over—Thank God for Portugal’s Sake

Roberto Martínez’s fatal error of the last three-and-a-half years comes back to bite a talented Portugal team in the ultimate way.

Sports Illustrated

Spain 1-0 Portugal: Mikel Merino strikes late as Cristiano Ronaldo bows out

Merino struck deep into stoppage time to fire Spain past Portugal in Dallas and book Luis de la Fuente’s side a place in the World Cup 2026…

The National (Scotland)

USA vs Belgium: Who won the World Cup game last night?

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The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo's FIFA World Cup career ends as Spain reach quarters with 1-0 win

Spain secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Portugal in the ninety-first minute. Mikel Merino scored the decisive goal, breaking through a resilient Portuguese defense. This win propelled the Spanish team into the tournament's quarter-final stage. The defeat marked the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup appearance. Spain now awaits…

The Economic Times

‘I leave with a clear conscience. I’ve done everything I could. Portugal had never won a cup before me’ Cristiano Ronaldo teases retirement after World Cup exit

Portugal icon Cristiano Ronaldo has teased his retirement from international football following his country's elimination at the 2026 World Cup

FourFourTwo

“My prayers weren’t answered”: IShowSpeed abruptly bursts into tears after Spain eliminate Portugal from FIFA World Cup

IShowSpeed was left heartbroken after Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Mikel Merino scored in stoppage time to send Spain through and end Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup campaign. Speed became emotional during his reaction, saying he believed Portugal would win the tournament…

The Times of India

Mikel Merino comes full circle with Spain in touching tale of fathers and sons

Having battled back from injury to make the World Cup, the matchwinner’s goal was a deserved payoff for unsung sacrifices

The Guardian - UK

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The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo’s latest World Cup failure leaves one predictable regret

The legendary Ronaldo’s World Cup dream is surely over, writes Richard Jolly, with the manager wasting another tournament by placing the 41-year-old’s interests ahead of the team

Latin Times

How Two Substitutes Sent Spain Through and Ended Ronaldo's World Cup Story

Spain beats Portugal 1-0 in second-half stoppage time as Ronaldo's World Cup career ends; La Roja advance to face the USA or Belgium.

Radio France Internationale

Merino's late strike takes Spain past Portugal into World Cup quarter-finals

Mikel Merino scored in second half stoppage time at the Dallas Stadium on Monday to send Spain past Portugal into the last eight at the 2026 World Cup and end the World Cup career of Portugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal 0–1 Spain: Four Takeaways From Match That Could End Ronaldo’s International Career

A late goal from Spain substitute Mikel Merino decided the World Cup round of 16 match.

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Evening Standard

Portugal 0-1 Spain: Cristiano Ronaldo leaves pitch in tears as World Cup dream snuffed out for good

Mikel Merino scored late winner as La Roja edged past Selecao in last-16

Bangkok Post

Last-gasp Merino strike gives Spain 1-0 win over Portugal in World Cup last 16

ARLINGTON, Texas: Spain ⁠substitute Mikel ⁠Merino broke through a stubborn Portugal defence in the 91st minute to earn his side a 1-0 win on Monday and take theme into the quarter-finals, bringing the curtain ‌down on Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal vs. Spain Player Ratings: Merino Dashes Ronaldo’s World Cup Dream

Mikel Merino’s stoppage-time strike saw La Roja past their Iberian neighbors in Dallas.

The Independent UK

Portugal vs Spain player ratings: How did Cristiano Ronaldo perform on his World Cup swansong?

Portugal 0-1 Spain: Ronaldo was visibly emotional after Mikel Merino’s late winner knocked the Selecao out of the World Cup

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks down in tears as Portugal crash out of World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo was left in tears after Portugal were knocked out of the World Cup by Spain on Monday evening. Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino scored the only goal of the game in the 91st minute as Portugal suffered World Cup heartbreak. This is almost certain to be Ronaldo’s final World…

The Guardian - UK

Merino strikes at the death for Spain to send Portugal and Ronaldo limping out

Mikel Merino’s goal in the first minute of second-half injury time earned Spain a well-deserved 1-0 win against Portugal and a place in the quarter-finals

France 24

Merino strikes late as Spain edge Portugal, drawing curtain on Ronaldo's World Cup career

Substitute Mikel Merino scored an injury-time winner as European champions Spain beat Iberian rivals Portugal in a tense last-16 encounter to book a place in the World Cup quarter-finals and put an end to Cristiano Ronaldo's career on football's biggest stage.

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