World Cup 2026: Spain eliminates Belgium (2-1) and joins France in semifinals

Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal in Los Angeles. Fabián Ruiz opened the scoring for Spain, then Charles De Ketelaere equalized for Belgium. Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the 88th minute after a mistake by Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens, who had replaced the injured Thibaut Courtois. Spain will face France in the semifinals on Tuesday.