Spain secured a place in the quarterfinals of the World Cup following a late goal by Mikel Merino, marking the team's first advancement to this stage since their victory in 2010. Spain will face either the United States or Belgium in the next match scheduled for Friday in Inglewood, California.
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Spain advances to World Cup quarterfinals after defeating Portugal
Spain has advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup after a late goal from Mikel Merino. This marks Spain's first quarterfinal appearance since they won the tournament in 2010, and they will compete against either the United States or Belgium next.
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Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career ends after Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals
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Spain advances to World Cup quarterfinals after defeating Portugal