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Barcelona guaranteed World Cup final representation for fifth consecutive tournament
FC Barcelona will once again be represented in a FIFA World Cup final after Spain’s 2-1 victory over Belgium in the quarter-finals of the 2026 tournament. The result guarantees that at least one Bar...
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· Jun 21, 2026
Spain vs Saudi Arabia - World Cup Group H RECAP: European champions claim dominant victory
Spain vs Saudi Arabia - World Cup Group H RECAP: European champions claim dominant victory
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jul 11, 2026
2026 World Cup: Spain eliminate Belgium as first semi-final clash is confirmed
Spain are through to the semiof the 2026 World Cup, thanks to a narrow 2-1 win over Belgium on Friday night. The European champions are still on the quest to add the world title to their cabinet. Fabian Ruiz opened the scoring in the game, before Charles Ketelaere made it 1-1. For the second game running, Mikel [] 2026 World Cup: Spain eliminate Belgium as first semi-final clash is confirmed
TASS
· Jul 10, 2026
Spain through to 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals with 2-1 win over Belgium
Spain is now set to play against France
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· Jul 11, 2026
2026 FWC Day 30: Spain Reach 1st World Cup SF Since 2010, Keep Title Dream Alive
Spain secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Belgium on Friday night, reaching the last four of the tournament for the first time since lifting the World Cup trophy in South Africa in 2010.
teleSUR English
· Jul 10, 2026
Spain Defeats Belgium to Reach World Cup 2026 Semifinals
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Sweden Herald
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Spain reach World Cup semi-finals after goalkeeper mistake in win over Belgium
Spain reach World Cup semi-finals after goalkeeper mistake in win over Belgium
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