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Spain edges Belgium 2-1 with 88th-minute winner to reach World Cup semifinal
Mikel Merino's 88th-minute goal sealed a 2-1 victory for Spain over Belgium in the World Cup quarterfinal at SoFi Stadium, setting up a semifinal clash with France.
Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals after a 2-1 win over Belgium in a tight quarterfinal at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. Fabian Ruiz opened the scoring in the 30th minute, but Charles De Ketelaere equalized for Belgium just before halftime in the 41st minute. The match appeared headed for extra time until substitute Mikel Merino struck the winner in the 88th minute.
Spain will face France in the semifinal.
- Fabian Ruiz scores for Spain (1-0)
- Charles De Ketelaere equalizes for Belgium (1-1)
- Mikel Merino scores the winning goal for Spain (2-1)
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