Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1973, Christian Vieri, Italian footballer was born. In 1975, São Tomé and Príncipe declare independence from Portugal. In 1977, Marco Silva, Portuguese football manager was born. In 1977, Francesca Lubiani, Italian tennis player was born. In 1984, Michael McGovern, Northern Irish footballer was born. In 1985, Paulo Vitor Barreto, Brazilian footballer was born. In 1990, Bebé, Portuguese footballer was born. In 1991, Pablo Carreño Busta, Spanish tennis player was born. In 1995, Evania Pelite, Australian rugby union player was born. In 2002, Nico Williams, Spanish footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Patrick Bet-David Predicts Who Will Win: Spain vs Portugal

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July 6, 2026

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With Spain favored in the Round of 16 and most analysts picking the European champions, PBD says he’s rolling with Portugal and Ronaldo anyway, framing it as an upset pick based on character and leadership rather than just odds and “the other kid” on Spain. The PBD Podcast is hosted by Patrick Bet David, CEO of Valuetainment. Join us live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9 AM EST as we break down the biggest stories in news, politics, business, current events, and pop culture, plus interviews with today’s most influential leaders. Our mission is to enlighten, entertain, and educate current and future leaders through real conversations, sharp analysis, and bold perspectives. Watch the Home Team for real time reactions and catch exclusive one on one interviews with Patrick Bet David every Tuesday and Thursday featuring top entrepreneurs, executives, and newsmakers. Subscribe and join a community focused on leadership, growth, and thinking bigger. The future looks bright.

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BBC

· Jul 6, 2026

Substitute Merino scores late winner as Spain knock out Portugal

Substitute Mikel Merino scores a late winner as Spain beat Portugal to reach World Cup quarter-finals.

Football | Mail Online

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· Jul 10, 2026

Spain vs Belgium - World Cup quarter-final LIVE: All the reaction as Senne Lammens howler gifts Arsenal star ANOTHER late goal as Spain book semi-final clash with France

Spain vs Belgium - World Cup quarter-final LIVE: All the reaction as Senne Lammens howler gifts Arsenal star ANOTHER late goal as Spain book semi-final clash with France

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.

Sports Mole

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· Jul 10, 2026

Spain 2-1 Belgium: Mikel Merino is La Roja's hero once more as Arsenal man comes up trumps in knockout rounds

Mikel Merino scores a late winner as Spain record a 2-1 victory over Belgium in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup on Friday.

CBS Sports

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· Jul 8, 2026

SportsLine Newsletter Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Today's best bets + Parlay of the Day + Davis Martin + PGA Scottish Open + World Cup Golden Boot

The Independent

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· Jul 2, 2026

Are you watching, France? Spain breeze past Austria – and this is why they’re peaking at just the right time

Spain 3-0 Austria: Mikel Oyarzabal’s double and a first international goal for Pedro Porro secured a comfortable passage to the last-16 for the Spanish. And next up? Either Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal or Luka Modric’s Croatia

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Related coverage for "Patrick Bet-David Predicts Who Will Win: Spain vs Portugal": BBC — Substitute Merino scores late winner as Spain knock out Portugal. Football | Mail Online — Spain vs Belgium - World Cup quarter-final LIVE: All the reaction as Senne Lammens howler gifts Arsenal star ANOTHER late goal as Spain book semi-final clash with France. NDTV — Farewell Ronaldo: Spain Knock Portugal Out Of FIFA WC In Round Of 16. Sports Mole — Spain 2-1 Belgium: Mikel Merino is La Roja's hero once more as Arsenal man comes up trumps in knockout rounds. CBS Sports — SportsLine Newsletter Wednesday, July 8, 2026 . The Independent — Are you watching, France? Spain breeze past Austria – and this is why they’re peaking at just the right time