Riyadh, Muharram 22, 1448 AH, corresponding to July 07, 2026, SPA: The Spanish national team qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup after defeating their Portuguese counterparts 1-0 in the match that brought them together yesterday in the round of 16. Spain decided the match with a goal scored by player Miguel Merino at minute 90+1, after a match characterized by parity and competitiveness, during which both teams exchanged attempts before the Spanish team succeeded in snatching the qualifying goal in the final moments. The Spanish team continued its strong performances in the tournament, securing its place in the next round, benefiting from its defensive solidity and tactical discipline, while the Portuguese team bid farewell to the World Cup despite the balanced performance it presented throughout the match. With this victory, the Spanish team continues its journey in the 2026 World Cup, awaiting the winner of the match between the US and Belgium in the quarter-finals. // End //00:47 t.m. 0010