Magic Merino strikes again as Spain down Belgium to reach World Cup semis
Summary
Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 with a late winning goal by substitute Mikel Merino to reach the World Cup semi-finals, setting up a clash with France.
Key Points
- Mikel Merino scored a late winner as a substitute to give Spain a 2-1 victory over Belgium in the World Cup quarter-finals.
- Belgium's goalkeeper Senne Lammens spilled a shot allowing Merino to score the decisive goal.
- Spain will face France in the semi-finals of the World Cup in Dallas.
- Belgium suffered key injuries including the substitution of goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois due to muscle pain.
