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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1904, Niño Ricardo, Spanish guitarist and composer (died 1972) was born. In 1953, Patricia Reyes Spíndola, Mexican actress, director, and producer was born. In 1953, Angélica Aragón, Mexican film, television, and stage actress and singer was born. In 1958, Hugo Sánchez, Mexican footballer, coach, and manager was born. In 1971, Pedro Rodríguez, Mexican racing driver (born 1940) passed away. In 1975, Rubén Baraja, Spanish footballer and manager was born. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1986, Raúl García, Spanish footballer was born. In 2007, Alfonso López Michelsen, Colombian lawyer and politician, 32nd President of Colombia (born 1913) passed away. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
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.
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Guineematin.com
· 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.
Al Bawaba
· Jul 6, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal 0-1 Spain match report and highlights
Spain won the match today against Portugal 1-0 at the Dallas stadium in the USA, in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup...
Voice of Nigeria
· 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.
Africanews
· Jun 30, 2026
Morocco, Brazil and Paraguay advance to Round of 16
The Round of 32 at this year's World Cup finished with some surprises and was full of suspense until the last minute: while Morocco rushed past the Netherlands in a penalty shootout and Brazil advanced after its win against Japan, the surprise victory came from Paraguay over Germany.
India TV News
· Jul 6, 2026
Spain knock Portugal out of FIFA World Cup 2026, Cristiano Ronaldo's last dance ends tragically
In one of the hardest-fought battles of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Spain has beaten Portugal 1-0 and has advanced to the quarter-finals of the tournament. Throughout the game, both sides were equally matched and were looking to breach each other’s defences.
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.
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Related coverage for "Spain Knocks Out Portugal With Late World Cup Winner": Guineematin.com — Mondial 2026 : l’Espagne élimine le Portugal de Cristiano Ronaldo en toute fin de match et rejoint les quarts de finale. Al Bawaba — FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal 0-1 Spain match report and highlights. Voice of Nigeria — Late Merino Strike Sends Spain To World Cup Semis. Africanews — Morocco, Brazil and Paraguay advance to Round of 16. India TV News — Spain knock Portugal out of FIFA World Cup 2026, Cristiano Ronaldo's last dance ends tragically. BBC — Substitute Merino scores late winner as Spain knock out Portugal