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‘The final before the final’: Spain must improve to beat France – but two things are in their favour

The late Mikel Merino show saved Spain’s blushes – again – in Belgium quarter-final yet Luis de la Fuente’s team will need to step up the performance level against World Cup favourites France

The Independent UK

A Spilled Save and a Super-Sub: Spain Outlasts Belgium to Reach a World Cup Semifinal

Mikel Merino's late goal off a spilled save lifts Spain past Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup thriller, setting up a semifinal clash with France.

Latin Times

Spain full of belief as De la Fuente flags ‘high expectations’ for World Cup date with France

Spanish coach says ‘France has exceptional potential, but so do we’ after 2-1 win over Belgium

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Why Spain’s Refusal to Follow 2026 World Cup Script Is Its Best Shot at Glory

While Spain waits for Lamine Yamal to kick into high gear, Luis de la Fuente has been forced to rely on areas of the team without the same fizz and flash.

Sports Illustrated

Spain Player Ratings vs. Belgium: More Merino Magic Sets Up Mouthwatering Semifinal

La Roja needed more late magic to extend its staggering unbeaten run to 36 games.

Sports Illustrated

Forget Lamine Yamal and Pedri – why impenetrable Spain are built on a rock-solid defence

Spain remain the only team yet to concede a goal and have shattered clean sheet records at this tournament – but can Belgium go where no team has gone before this summer in the all-European quarter-final clash?

The Independent UK

‘There is a magnificent balance’: how Spain built a record-breaking defence

The Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has not conceded a goal at the World Cup and, worryingly for Belgium, he has not had to face that many shots

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Spain Predicted Lineup vs. Belgium: World Cup Quarterfinal

Spain has reached the World Cup quarterfinals without conceding a single goal.

Sports Illustrated

Spain 1-0 Portugal: Mikel Merino strikes late as Cristiano Ronaldo bows out

Merino struck deep into stoppage time to fire Spain past Portugal in Dallas and book Luis de la Fuente’s side a place in the World Cup 2026…

The National (Scotland)

Merino's late strike takes Spain past Portugal into World Cup quarter-finals

Mikel Merino scored in second half stoppage time at the Dallas Stadium on Monday to send Spain past Portugal into the last eight at the 2026 World Cup and end the World Cup career of Portugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo.

Radio France Internationale

Let’s talk about Mikel Oyarzabal: Spain’s quiet man forced into the limelight

The 29-year-old forward always avoided attention, but his World Cup goals have dragged him into the centre of the conversation

The Guardian - UK

Luis de la Fuente: ‘I say this with the greatest respect: we have the best midfield in the world’

Spain’s manager answers your questions on advice for Lamine Yamal, the hardest thing about being a coach and how the current team compares to the winners of 2010

The Guardian - UK

Spain XI vs Portugal: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026 today

Nico Williams pushing to return in massive last-16 clash between neighbours

Evening Standard

‘You Can See’—Spain Manager Reveals Lamine Yamal Plan vs. Austria in World Cup Round of 32

The teenager is set for a starring role in the round of 32 of the World Cup.

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Bangkok Post

Spain and Portugal eye World Cup last 16

LOS ANGELES - European champions Spain and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal aim to book their places in the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday as Algeria look to salvage some pride for African football.

The Guardian - UK

Fabián Ruiz: ‘It’s not important who plays, it’s important we support each other’

On the eve of their last-32 game with Austria, Fabián Ruiz tells Sid Lowe about Spain’s team spirit and finding his rhythm after injury

The Guardian - UK

Spain’s Nico Williams hits out at ‘completely unnecessary’ Uruguay tackle that injured him

Spain’s Nico Williams has strongly criticised the ‘completely unnecessary’ tackle by a Uruguay player which left him with another injury

Sports Illustrated

‘Maximum Concern’—Spain’s Hopes of World Cup Glory Handed Major Injury Blows

The World Cup is yet to really get going for the 2010 winners.

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Sports Illustrated

Spain Must Rediscover Attacking Formula or World Cup Ghosts Seem Destined to Return

La Roja won Group H comfortably but hasn’t been as convincing as other World Cup title contenders.

The Economic Times

Winning FIFA World Cup group takes a backseat to getting ready for the knockout stage for some teams

FFIA World Cup 2026: Coaches at the football tournament are shifting strategies, prioritizing player rest and injury prevention over group stage dominance. Norway, without star Haaland, lost to France but focused on a longer tournament run. Portugal's Martinez aims for wins, while Colombia's Lorenzo considers opponent matchups. Spain's de la…

The Guardian - UK

Bielsa’s first meeting with former pupil De la Fuente comes at fractious moment for Uruguay

Spain present a formidable obstacle for a Uruguay side needing a win to progress – and quell a rebellious dressing-room mood

Evening Standard

Spain XI vs Uruguay: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup today

La Roja need a point and changes are minimal

Sports Illustrated

Spain Player Ratings vs. Saudi Arabia: Yamal Dazzles, World Cup Hopes Back on Track

La Roja put the game beyond doubt early in the first half, courtesy of an inspired Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal’s rapid time brace.

Bangkok Post

Spain target convincing win to dispel World Cup doubts

LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - A wounded Spain will aim to get their World Cup challenge firmly back on track when they face Saudi Arabia in Atlanta on Sunday.

The Guardian - UK

‘Stung’ Spain have digested shock start but know repeat is not an option

European champions were frustrated by Cape Verde and know there is little margin for error against Saudi Arabia

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