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Spain vs Belgium Stats: World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final - Live
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✦AI Summary
Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals following a late goal by Mikel Merino. Spain will now advance to the semi-finals to face France.
Why it matters
This match determines the progression of major national teams in the world's most-watched sporting event.
Spain will face France for a place in the World Cup final on Tuesday, after Mikel Merino provided the heroics once again to down Belgium .
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Confidence: 90%
Standard sports reporting focusing on match statistics and game events without political or social commentary.
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