Merino's added-time goal sends Spain to World Cup quarter-finals
Short overview
Mikel Merino scored a cool added-time goal to break Portuguese hearts and send Spain into the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals.
Spain midfielder Mikel Merino scored a composed goal in added time to break Portuguese hearts and send his side into the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.
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