World Cup: Spain edges Portugal, Belgium ousts USA as host nations eliminated

The FIFA World Cup is down to its final eight teams after a dramatic Round of 16. Spain advanced to the quarterfinals by narrowly defeating Portugal 1-0 in Dallas. The decisive goal came in the 91st minute, a product of a late substitution strategy by coach Luis de la Fuente, who brought on Ferran Torres, Fabián Ruiz Peña, and Mikel Merino in the latter stages of the match. Merino ultimately sealed the victory.

Belgium ended the hopes of host nation the United States with a commanding 4-1 victory in Seattle. Charles De Ketelaere was the star for the Red Devils, scoring twice in the first half. Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku added further goals, while Malik Tillman's free-kick offered a brief moment of hope for the Americans. The USWNT's elimination means no host nation remains in the competition.

Cristiano Ronaldo played his final World Cup matches, exiting the tournament with Portugal. The 39-year-old forward participated in six World Cups, scoring eleven goals. Spain and Belgium will now face each other in the quarterfinals on July 10 in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Argentina faces Egypt and Colombia plays Switzerland in the other remaining Round of 16 ties.