# Spain Stuns Belgium: Merino Strikes Late!

URL: https://technosports.co.in/spain-stuns-belgium-merino-strikes-late/  
Published: 2026-07-11  
Updated: 2026-07-11  
Author: Ankush Mallick

Spain is heading to the World Cup semi-finals! Mikel Merino delivered an 88th-minute dagger to seal a 2-1 victory over Belgium. After Thibaut Courtois exited with an injury, a costly error by sub Senne Lammens paved the way for Merino’s heroics. Spain remains unstoppable, proving they are the ultimate global force. The road to the championship trophy is officially heating up!