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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 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 1994, Lucas Ocampos, Argentinian 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.

Substitute Merino scores late winner as Spain knock out Portugal

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July 6, 2026

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

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Compare narratives across 6 related reports from 6 sources. Real Narrative News aggregates the coverage spectrum so you can see who emphasises what — bias tags reflect the outlet, not the story.

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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.

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.

Arise News

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· Jul 7, 2026

Spain Edges Portugal 1-0 With Dramatic 91st-Minute Winner To Reach World Cup Quarterfinals

Substitute Mikel Merino scores a 91st-minute winner as Spain defeats Portugal 1-0 to reach the World Cup quarterfinals.

Vanguard News

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· Jul 6, 2026

Spain beat Ronaldo’s Portugal 1-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals

Mikel Merino scored an injury-time winner as Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals on Monday. The post Spain beat Ronaldo’s Portugal 1-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals appeared first on Vanguard News.

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jul 10, 2026

Mikel Merino Rescues La Roja Again: 4 Takeaways From Spain's Win Over Belgium

Mikel Merino delivered another late winner as Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals by beating Belgium.

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.

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Related coverage for "Substitute Merino scores late winner as Spain knock out Portugal": NDTV — Farewell Ronaldo: Spain Knock Portugal Out Of FIFA WC In Round Of 16. Voice of Nigeria — Late Merino Strike Sends Spain To World Cup Semis. Arise News — Spain Edges Portugal 1-0 With Dramatic 91st-Minute Winner To Reach World Cup Quarterfinals. Vanguard News — Spain beat Ronaldo’s Portugal 1-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals. FOX Sports Digital — Mikel Merino Rescues La Roja Again: 4 Takeaways From Spain's Win Over Belgium . Sports Mole — Spain 2-1 Belgium: Mikel Merino is La Roja's hero once more as Arsenal man comes up trumps in knockout rounds