🔥 Trending Spain vs Belgium Football Match Recap and Score

Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final match held on July 11, 2026 ¹²³. The decisive goal came late in the game from substitute Mikel Merino, securing Spain's spot in the semi-finals against France ¹⁴⁶.

Spain initially took the lead in the 30th minute with a goal from Fabian Ruiz. However, Belgium managed to equalize before halftime through Charles De Ketelaere ². The match remained tied until the 88th minute when Mikel Merino, coming off the bench, scored the winning goal for Spain ⁶. This victory marks Spain's second World Cup semi-final appearance ¹.