Spain secured a 2-1 victory over Belgium on Friday, with Mikel Merino scoring a late winner in the 88th minute. This win sends Spain into the World Cup semi-finals.
Key facts
- •Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 on Friday.
- •The victory secured Spain's place in the World Cup semi-finals.
- •Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the 88th minute.
- •Fabian Ruiz scored Spain's first goal.
- •Charles De Ketelaere scored Belgium's equalizer in the first half.
- •Luis de la Fuente coaches the Spanish national team.
Spain has secured a spot in the World Cup semi-finals after defeating Belgium 2-1 on Friday. Mikel Merino scored the decisive goal in the 88th minute, just two minutes before the end of regular time. This late winner sealed the victory for Luis de la Fuente's side.
By the numbers
2-1
final score
88th minute
Merino's winning goal time
Match Scoring Details
Fabian Ruiz initially opened the scoring for Spain. Belgium's Charles De Ketelaere then equalized during the first half, restoring parity in the match. The score remained tied until Merino's late strike broke the deadlock.
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