Spain v Belgium in Los Angeles quarter-final games, results, teams, players, how to watch
Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup quarter-final match in Los Angeles, with Mikel Merino scoring the winning goal in the 88th minute. Spain will now advance to face France in the semi-finals on July 19.
Why it matters
The result determines the progression of major international teams in a high-stakes global sporting tournament.
Pinned post from 7.28am Go to latest Match report: Mikel Merino’s goal lifts Spain past Belgium By Mikel Merino came off the bench again to save Spain, scoring the go-ahead goal in the 88th minute to defeat Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup quarterfinal at Los Angeles Stadium on Saturday morning (AEST).
A spot in the July 19 final will be at stake when Spain plays France in Texas, on Wednesday (AEST). The French are seeking a third straight trip to the final having won in 2018 before losing on penalties to Argentina four years ago.
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