In a thrilling FIFA World Cup quarter-final, Spain secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium with a last-minute goal from substitute Mikel Merino.The match at SoFi Stadium saw Spain take an early lead through Fabian Ruiz, but Belgium's Charles De Ketelaere equalized before halftime.

Despite Belgium's efforts to fight back, Spain's dominance prevailed as Merino capitalized on a defensive error by Belgium's goalkeeper Senne Lammens in the 88th minute.This win sets up a high-stakes semi-final showdown against France, featuring Kylian Mbappé.The match highlighted Spain's tactical superiority and resilience, with key contributions from players like Ruiz and Rodri.Belgium, despite losing their captain Youri Tielemans to injury, showed determination but couldn't overcome Spain's late surge.The result underscores Spain's progression in the tournament and sets the stage for a potential final clash against France.