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Spain beat Portugal 1-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals
- On Monday, July 6, 2026, Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 at Dallas Stadium in the World Cup round-of-16. Mikel Merino scored the decisive goal in the 91st minute, securing Spain's advancement to the quarter-finals.
- The game was a tense 'war of attrition' where both teams struggled to convert high-quality chances. Spain maintained a strong defensive record, limiting Portugal's space and keeping the score level until late in stoppage time.
- A Rodri pass to Ferran Torres unlocked the defense, allowing Merino to strike unmarked. Portugal's Nuno Mendes hit the crossbar, while Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva narrowly missed, underscoring the match's decisive moment.
- The loss ended the final World Cup campaign for Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, who appeared emotional after the match. Portuguese manager Roberto Martinez kept the superstar on the pitch despite his declining returns in recent years.
- Spain now advances to the quarter-finals to face the winner of the USA-Belgium match. Manager Luis de la Fuente's side aims to maintain momentum as they prepare for their next high-stakes challenge.
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Spain has reached the quarter-finals at the World Cup. The European Champion beat Portugal with 1:0 (0:0) in Dallas. Mikel Merino (90. +1 minute) scored the winner just before the end.
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