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Another late winner: Ronaldo, Portugal advance after VAR drama to set up Spain showdown

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Another late winner: Ronaldo, Portugal advance after VAR drama to set up Spain showdown

Portugal reached the World Cup last 16 with a dramatic 2-1 win over Croatia on Thursday, setting up a blockbuster knockout clash with Spain.

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Guineematin.com

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· Jul 6, 2026

Mondial 2026 : l’Espagne élimine le Portugal de Cristiano Ronaldo en toute fin de match et rejoint les quarts de finale

L’Espagne s’adjuge le derby ibérique ! Au terme d’un huitième de finale irrespirable, ce lundi 6 juillet 2026 à Dallas, la Roja a fait plier le Portugal (0-1) pour filer en quarts de finale de la Coupe du Monde 2026. Le salut espagnol est venu de Mikel Merino, sorti du banc pour provoquer le coup [] The post Mondial 2026 : l’Espagne élimine le Portugal de Cristiano Ronaldo en toute fin de match et rejoint les quarts de finale first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Canada Sports Betting

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· Jul 6, 2026

Portugal vs. Spain Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (7/6/26)

The ultimate Iberian Derby takes over the global stage as Portugal and Spain clash in a blockbuster Round of 16 showdown at the 2026 World Cup. Scheduled for July 6, this match pits Spain’s suffocating possession game against Portugal’s explosive counter-attack. While history suggests a tight affair, Spain’s defensive fortress and clinical attack make them [...] Read More... The post Portugal vs. Spain Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (7/6/26) appeared first on canadasportsbetting.ca.

OneFootball

· Jul 3, 2026

CR7 🆚​ Lamine, a blockbuster last-16 showdown

Portugal and Spain will face each other in the Round of 16 in an Iberian Clásico that promises fireworks. Beyond the historical weight of both shirts, the spotlight will be on the showdown between Cr...

brazilnews.net

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· Jul 2, 2026

"Don't see Croatia knocking Portugal out...": Baichung Bhutia ahead of Ronaldo-Modric battle at FIFA WC 2026

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 2 (ANI): Portugal and Croatia collide in a blockbuster FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash that could mark the final FIFA World Cup appearance for two of football's greatest modern icons, Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric. Ahead of the heavyweight knockout encounter, former India captain and Zee 5 FIFA World Cup 2026 expert Bhaichung Bhutia weighed in on Portugal's title credentia

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 6, 2026

Sepanyol tekad lunas dendam

HOUSTON: Pertembungan antara Sepanyol dan Portugal pada pusingan 16 terbaik Piala Dunia 2026 espk paling dinanti-nantikan dalam kejohanan apabila menemukan dua kuasa besar Semenanjung Iberia yang memiliki sejarah persaingan panjang serta pemain bertaraf dunia. Lebih daripada perebutan tiket ke suku akhir, perlawanan itu turut membawa misi peribadi buat Sepanyol yang mahu membalas dendam atas kekalahan ... Read more The post Sepanyol tekad lunas dendam appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 3, 2026

2026 World Cup: Six Round of 16 fixtures confirmed

Portugal have set up a blockbuster Round of 16 clash with Spain at the 2026 World Cup, after they came from behind to beat Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic affair on Friday. Ivan Perisic had put his team in front seven minutes into the second half of the match. But Cristiano Ronaldo equalized with his [] 2026 World Cup: Six Round of 16 fixtures confirmed

India TV News

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· Jul 6, 2026

POR vs SPA FIFA World Cup round of 16 LIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo in action as Portugal prepare for crucial clash

Portugal and Spain are facing off in the round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. The two sides are slated to meet at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington, and with the clash one of the most anticipated in the tournament, both sides will hope to put in their best performance and advance to the quarter-finals. Notably, Portugal will be coming into the game on the back of a close, thrilling win against Croatia.

The Tico Times

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· Jul 6, 2026

Spain Knocks Out Portugal With Late World Cup Winner

Spain waited until stoppage time to break Portugal, then walked out of Dallas with a 1-0 win, a place in the World Cup quarterfinals, and another reminder that La Roja can survive even when its attack does not fully click. Mikel Merino scored the winner in the 91st minute, finishing after Ferran Torres slipped a [] The post Spain Knocks Out Portugal With Late World Cup Winner appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

The Independent

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· Jul 6, 2026

Is Portugal vs Spain on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup last-16 clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the World Cup last-16 clash

Barca Universal

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· Jul 5, 2026

Serie A winger has the perfect opportunity to impress Barcelona during Spain vs Portugal

As reported by Mundo Deportivo, Rafael Leao will have one of the biggest stages of the summer when Portugal face Spain in the World Cup Round of 16, with renewed speculation linking the AC Milan forwa...

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jul 11, 2026

Late Merino Strike Sends Spain To World Cup Semis

Super-sub Mikel Merino snatched another late winner as Spain claimed a 2-1 win against Belgium, at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, USA, setting up ‌a 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final clash with France. Spain were aggressive early on ​against Belgium and Fabian Ruiz gave them the lead on the half-hour mark. The midfielder pounced after [] The post Late Merino Strike Sends Spain To World Cup Semis appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jul 11, 2026

Could Lamine Yamal Be Benched For Spain vs. France World Cup Semifinal?

Spain is onto the semifinals at the World Cup, but Alexi Lalas has been convinced by its and Lamine Yamal's performances.

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jul 10, 2026

Spain 2-1 Belgium: Merino the late hero again as Lammens error gifts La Roja semi-final spot

The Arsenal man was again the match-winner.

The Namibian

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· Jul 6, 2026

Spain win it late to bid farewell to Ronaldo at World Cup

Substitute Mikel Merino scored a late winner to put Spain in the quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Portugal and end Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup career on Monday. The European champions will face the United States — the only one of the co-hosts remaining — or Belgium on Friday in Los Angeles. In front of [] The post Spain win it late to bid farewell to Ronaldo at World Cup appeared first on The Namibian.

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 6, 2026

World Cup guide: Portugal face Spain, and is this Ronaldo’s last match?

World Cup guide: Portugal face Spain, and is this Ronaldo’s last match?

NBC News

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· Jul 2, 2026

¡Olé! España prende a la afición en California con gol de Oyarzabal

Los gritos y festejos españoles suenan en los dieciseisavos de final, tras el gol de Mikel Oyarzabal que los acerca a la siguiente ronda. España se adueña de Los Ángeles y se roban el show.

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 1, 2026

World Cup’s smallest venue in Toronto ready for its grand finale

TORONTO – Portugal and Croatia’s World Cup last-32 clash on Thursday could be ​Cristiano Ronaldo or Luka Modric’s final game on soccer’s biggest stage, and the massive moment will unfold at ‌the tournament’s smallest venue.If there was any scepticism about how the 43,036-seat Toronto Stadium would hold up against its much bigger counterparts in the [] The post World Cup’s smallest venue in Toronto ready for its grand finale appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

BERNAMA

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· Jul 7, 2026

World : Late Winner Sends Spain Past Portugal 1-0 At World Cup 

DALLAS (US), July 7 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- Substitute Mikel Merino scored a stoppage-time winner as Spain edged Portugal 1-0 in a tense Iberian derby on Monday to reach the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's bid to lift football's biggest trophy, reported Xinhua.

Football Espana

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· Jul 4, 2026

Laporta fija el 19 de julio como fecha límite para fichar a Julián Álvarez

El Barça cierra negociaciones por Julián Álvarez el 19 de julio si el Atlético no cede: Laporta advierte que la oferta no es indefinida. The post Laporta fija el 19 de julio como fecha límite para fichar a Julián Álvarez appeared first on Football España.

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 3, 2026

FIFA Weighs Noon Kickoff for England v Mexico as Azteca Storm Threatens

FIFA is in discussions with England and Mexico about moving the July 5 Round of 16 match at the Azteca from 6 p.m. to noon: the same afternoon thunderstorms that delayed Mexico v Ecuador at this ground by an hour now threatening Sunday's marquee fixture.

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 7, 2026

Spain beat Portugal to reach World Cup quarterfinals

Dallas, July 7 (SANA) Spain advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Portugal after Mikel Merino scored in stoppage time to settle their Round of 16 clash in Dallas on Monday. The two sides exchanged early chances in a fast-paced opening half. Spain came closest in []

NDTV

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· Jul 6, 2026

Farewell Ronaldo: Spain Knock Portugal Out Of FIFA WC In Round Of 16

Substitute Mikel Merino scored a late winner to put Spain in the quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Portugal and end Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career on Monday.

Latestly.com

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· Jul 3, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: Penelope Cruz, Javier Bardem and Rosalía Lead Star-Studded Cheers As Spain Beat Austria; Drake Turns Heads at Portugal vs Croatia Clash (Watch Videos)

Hollywood stars Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem cheered Spain to a 3-0 victory over Austria in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Music icon Drake was also present as Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1. Spain is set to face Portugal in a highly anticipated Round of 16 clash on July 6.

CBS Sports

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· Jul 10, 2026

Spain vs. Belgium odds, prediction, preview, picks, start time for World Cup match on Friday

A spot in the semifinals is on the line, and you can bet on Spain vs. Belgium at the 2026 World Cup now on FanDuel

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 6, 2026

Portugal vs Spain: World Cup last 16 – Ronaldo, Yamal, start and prediction

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal face Lamine Yamal-powered Spain in an Iberian football derby in the World Cup round of 16.

teleSUR English

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· Jul 6, 2026

Spain Break 16-Year Quarterfinal Absence With Late Win Over Portugal

Spain became the third team to book a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals after a dramatic 1-0 victory over Portugal this Monday, with Mikel Merino scoring the decisive goal in stoppage time at the ATT Stadium. Spain secured a dramatic ticket to the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in 16 years, defeating []

The Standard

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· Jul 6, 2026

Portugal vs Spain LIVE: World Cup 2026 match stream, latest team news, lineups, TV, prediction

Cristiano Ronaldo’s swansong on the global stage continues in Dallas

Legit.ng

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· Jul 6, 2026

2026 FIFA World Cup: Mysterious cat predicts Round of 16 match between Portugal and Spain

Nimbus Pronos predicts the intense Round of 16 clash between Portugal and Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Cristiano Ronaldo may play his final match.

BBC Sport

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· Jul 6, 2026

Spain into quarter-finals after Merino's late winner against Portugal

Spain leave it late as super-sub Mikel Merino scores a stoppage-time winner to send his side into the quarter-finals, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's hopes of World Cup glory.

SkySports

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Spain vs Austria - key moments and rate the players!

Spain vs Austria - key moments and rate the players!

Yahoo Sports

· Jun 28, 2026

Portugal Held Scoreless, Ronaldo Under Fire, Colombia Win Group & Round of 32 Preview

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react live to Colombia's 0-0 draw with Portugal, a result that sends Colombia through as Group winners while raising serious questions about Portugal's attack. The guys debate whether Cristiano Ronaldo can still lead Portugal as the team's starting striker after another quiet performance, reveal their Player of the Match in Diogo Costa, and break down both teams' Round of 32 matchups. They also preview Canada vs. South Africa and Brazil vs. Japan as the knockout stage officially gets underway.

City Xtra

· Jul 11, 2026

Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Jeremy Doku and Belgium eliminated after Spain’s late, late show

Spain are through to the World Cup semi-finals after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium in Los Angeles, sealed by substitute Mikel Merino’s 88th-minute winner to set up an all-European showdown wit...

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