Heartbreak For Portugal As Merino’s Late Strike Sends Spain Through World Cup Round Of 16
Last Updated:July 07, 2026, 02:48 IST Mikel Merino scored an injury-time winner, leading Spain to a 1-0 victory over Portugal and a spot in the World Cup quarter-finals. Spain will face Belgium or the US next. Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after losing the 2026 World Cup round of 16 football match. (AFP photo) Substitute Mikel…