In a thrilling encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Spain secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Portugal in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, played at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas, USA. The match, which ended in the 93rd minute, saw Spain advance to the quarterfinals after a tense goalless draw throughout regulation time.
The decisive goal came from a substitute, Mikael Merino, who capitalized on a precise pass from Ferran Torres to fire a powerful shot past Diogo Costa's goal. The strike, a moment of brilliance in an otherwise sluggish contest, sealed Portugal's fate and sent the Spanish side through to the next stage.
Tactical battle unfolds in Dallas
The match was a tactical chess match, with both teams struggling to break down compact defenses. Portugal, led by their...