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Match Highlights

Spain 2-1 Belgium: Merino punishes Lammens error to tee up semi-final showdown with France

Mikel Merino was the hero once again for Spain as his 88th-minute goal clinched a 2-1 victory over Belgium in Los Angeles and booked their ticket to the World Cup semi-finals.

Key Stats Board

Belgium's golden generation ends after 1-2 loss to Spain

In the FIFA World Cup quarter-final match held in the early hours of this morning, Belgium lost 1-2 to Spain and failed to advance.

Fabian Ruiz scores as PSG leads all clubs with 8 World Cup goalscorers

In the 30th minute of the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, Spain faced Belgium. Fabian Ruiz seized the opportunity to score a follow-up shot, becoming the eighth Paris Saint-Germain player to score in this FIFA World Cup.

Lammens replaces injured Courtois for World Cup debut

 In the 70th minute, an unexpected situation occurred on the field.

Spain and France meet in semifinals for three consecutive years

In the Canada-Mexico-US FIFA World Cup, France and Spain, two strong contenders for the championship, will meet in the semifinals, marking their third consecutive semifinal encounter in a major tournament.

These Things Happen

Here we go! Romano: Barcelona agree deal to sign Karim Adeyemi for €22m plus €7m add-ons

According to Fabrizio Romano, Barcelona agree deal to sign Karim Adeyemi for €22m plus €7m add-ons.

OFFICIAL: Khedira returns to join mourinho's coaching staff

Sami Khedira (39) returns to Real Madrid. The 2014 World Cup winner will immediately join the coaching staff of renowned coach José Mourinho (63), returning to professional football more than five years after his retirement.

Legend Romario calls for Ancelotti to be SACKED: Tell him to go to hell and rip up his contract

The iconic Romario has called on Carlo Ancelotti to 'tear up' his contract with Brazil in an impassioned rant after the country's World Cup exit.

OFFICIAL: Jorge Jesus is announced as the new head coach of Portugal national team

Portugal have officially announced that Jorge Jesus is the new head coach of the national team.

L'Equipe: A fake press on social media caused wrong rumor about Mané's international retirement

According to the lastest news from L'ÉQUIPE, Mané's international retirement rumor is not real.

Man United pulled out of Ederson deal in favour of Manu Kone pursuit

Man United reportedly decided to pull out of a deal to sign Ederson in order to switch their attention to a move for Roma midfielder Manu Kone.

Ronaldo 'will never be a problem' for Portugal as Jesus intends to select him

Cristiano Ronaldo will "never be a problem" for Portugal or their new head coach Jorge Jesus, who will select the striker if he wishes to continue his international career.

Arsenal: Former Man Utd defender Ona Batlle joins Gunners on a permanent deal from Barcelona

Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Ona Batlle from Barcelona.

Latest updates on Guimaraes, Manzambi and player exits as Eddie Howe prepares for new season

This is a transformative summer for Newcastle in terms of transfers ahead of a big season for the club - with lots of new faces.

Michael Edwards QUITS: Transfer guru, who oversaw signings of Salah, Slot and Mane out

Michael Edwards is leaving his role as CEO of football operations for Liverpool's owners Fenway Sports Group.

Roma pull out of Alejandro Garnacho race after Chelsea conditions set

Roma have reportedly pulled out of the race to sign Alejandro Garnacho after learning Chelsea\'s conditions for a potential deal.

Batlle joins Arsenal on free transfer after Barcelona exit

Arsenal continue to strengthen their squad under Renee Slegers with the signing of Ona Batlle from Barcelona.

Man City transfer news: Niamh Charles signs from WSL rivals Chelsea on three-year contract

Manchester City have signed Niamh Charles from Chelsea on a three-year deal.

Haaland's playing mind games, claims O'Reilly

Nico O'Reilly claimed Erling Haaland is playing "mind games" ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final showdown with Norway.

Mourinho approaching Real Madrid job with 'mission-driven spirit'

Jose Mourinho is ready for the "mission" ahead of him at Real Madrid.

So Haaland's NOT perfect! England's quarter-final foe stars in hilarious advert alongside his dad

Erling Haaland has shown his playful side once again in a new advert featuring his dad Alf-Inge ahead of Norway's World Cup quarter-final against England.

What They Say

Klopp opens up on Liverpool's private jet talks with Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe held talks with Liverpool aboard a private jet as he considered joining the Reds from Monaco in 2017, Jurgen Klopp has revealed.

'Incredible' Portugal fell below World Cup expectations, says Fernandes

Bruno Fernandes said he was "sad, frustrated, and disappointed" at Portugal's early exit from the World Cup, saying the team fell below his high expectations. 

Benitez confident Iraola will succeed at 'massive club' Liverpool

Rafael Benitez is confident Liverpool's supporters will rally around Andoni Iraola as he prepares to take charge at Anfield.

Rudi Garcia: We fully support players who make mistakes, but this must be a lesson

Belgium manager Rudi Garcia spoke to the media after Belgium's 1-2 loss to Spain, which saw them miss out on the FIFA World Cup semi-finals.