“One moment of brilliance can change everything on football’s biggest stage”
Spain secured their place in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 victory over Belgium in an exciting quarter-final.
Fabián Ruiz gave Spain the lead in the first half after the team dominated possession and created several chances. Charles De Ketelaere equalised for Belgium before the break with a well-placed header, leaving the score level at 1-1.
Both teams searched for a winner in the second half. Belgium suffered a setback after goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois left the match with an injury. Spain kept up the pressure, and Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the 88th minute by firing home a rebound inside the penalty area.
Lamine Yamal impressed again with his pace and creativity, while Spain’s defence protected the lead during the closing minutes. The win sends Spain into the World Cup semi-finals, where they will face France in a highly anticipated showdown.
Belgium battled until the final whistle but could not find another equaliser. Their World Cup journey ended in the quarter-finals, while Spain moved one step closer to lifting football’s biggest prize.