Mikel Merino's goal puts Spain past Belgium into World Cup semi‑finals

Spain overcame Belgium 2‑1 in the World Cup quarter‑final thanks to Mikel Merino’s decisive strike in the 88th minute. Lamine Yamal supplied creative passes throughout the match, yet the Spanish attack struggled to find the net.

The win propelled La Roja into the semi‑finals and ignited jubilant celebrations across Madrid, with fans gathering in bars and public squares well into the night.