The Hindu·2 min read·easy
Spain eliminates Portugal as Merino’s late goal seals Ronaldo's World Cup farewell
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Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in the World Cup round of 16 following a late goal by substitute Mikel Merino. The loss marks the likely end of Cristiano Ronaldo's international career in the World Cup, as Spain advances to the quarterfinals.
Substitute Mikel Merino scored in the first minute of second-half stoppage time to lift Spain into the World Cup quarterfinals with 1-0 victory over Portugal in Monday’s (July 6, 2026) round of 16 clash in Arlington, Texas.
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