# Spain’s Ultimate Clutch King: Mikel Merino

URL: https://technosports.co.in/spains-ultimate-clutch-king-mikel-merino/  
Published: 2026-07-14  
Updated: 2026-07-14  
Author: Ankush Mallick

Mikel Merino is rewriting football history at World Cup 2026. The Spanish super-sub has become the first player ever to net winning goals in two different knockout matches off the bench. With a lethal 50% conversion rate and a knack for late-game heroics, Merino is Spain’s secret weapon. When the clock ticks down, he’s the game-changer every manager dreams of.