Spain Edges Portugal
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Mikel Merino scored in injury time to give Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the World Cup Round of 16. The win sends Spain to the quarterfinals and eliminates Portugal. Rodrigo Hernández was named Man of the Match.
Rodrigo: Spain knew they had to wait for the right moment against Portugal
- Midfielder Rodrigo Hernández was named Man of the Match after Spain's 1-0 victory over Portugal in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16. - Rodrigo emphasized the need for patience during the match, stating that Spain knew they had to wait for the right moment to score. - He praised teammate Mikel Merino for his crucial goal and highlighted the team's maturity and desire to win the World Cup.
Merino Fires Spain Past Portugal Into World Cup Quarterfinals
- Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 on July 7, 2026. - Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in injury time, securing Spain's quarterfinal spot. - Spain dominated possession…
Mikel Merino's 'clever play' sends Spain to World Cup quarterfinals with late goal vs. Portugal
- Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in the World Cup Round of 16, with Mikel Merino scoring the decisive goal. - Merino, who came on as a substitute, initiated the play by drawing a foul and then quickly sc…
Spain edges Portugal in dramatic late win to advance in Copa America
- Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in a dramatic match at the Copa America, with Mikel Merino scoring the winning goal in the 90th minute. - The intense game saw both teams create chances, with Spain's Oya…
Merino's late goal sends Spain to World Cup quarterfinals, eliminates Ronaldo
- Mikel Merino scored in the 90th minute to give Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal, advancing them to the World Cup quarterfinals. - The win eliminates Cristiano Ronaldo from his final World Cup appea…
Merino's 91st-minute goal sends Spain past Portugal into World Cup quarterfinals
- Mikel Merino scored in the 91st minute to give Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16. - The win advances Spain to the quarterfinals, where they will face the winner of …
0-1. Mikel Merino, again
- Mikel Merino's opportunistic goal in the 91st minute secured Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the World Cup round of 16. - Rodri was a key player in midfield, regaining his top form and helping …