Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals and ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career
Spain eliminates Portugal from the World Cup with a 1-0 victory, marking the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's international tournament career.
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The brief
Spain has advanced to the quarterfinals after defeating Portugal 1-0. The deciding factor was a late goal scored by Mikel Merino.
Coverage from AP News, Yahoo Sports, and CNBC emphasizes the exit of Cristiano Ronaldo from the World Cup. Business Insider provided guidance on how to stream the match online.
Attention shifts toward the upcoming match between the USMNT and Belgium, with CNBC reporting that a controversy involving Balogun looms over the game.
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Quick answers
Who scored the winning goal for Spain?
Mikel Merino scored the late goal that secured the 1-0 victory.
What was the final score of the match?
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0.
Which round of the World Cup did Spain advance to?
Spain has advanced to the quarterfinals.
Coverage (5)
- Spain takes down Ronaldo & Portugal, heads to World Cup quarter-finals Yahoo Sports · 2h ago
- How to Watch Portugal Vs. Spain Online for Free From Anywhere Business Insider · 3h ago
- CR7 OUT! Spain Eliminates Portugal 1-0, World Cup Post-Match Reaction & USMNT vs Belgium Preview Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- World Cup in photos: Balogun controversy looms over U.S.-Belgium match, Ronaldo bows out CNBC · 3h ago
- Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals and ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career AP News · 3h ago
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