Magic Merino strikes again as Spain down Belgium to reach World Cup semis
INGLEWOOD, California - Super-sub Mikel Merino snatched another late winner for Spain on Friday after Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens failed to hold onto the ball as they claimed a 2-1 win over their injury-hit opponents and set up a World Cup semi-final clash with France.
Spain Edges Belgium to Reach World Cup Semis
- Spain into semi-finals at expense of Belgium after Merino's late winner BBC News —
- Spain set up World Cup semi-final with France after late win against Belgium Le Monde —
- Super-sub Merino sends Spain into World Cup semi-finals: 'It's happened again' The National (UAE) —
- Spain's super sub Mikel Merino living his 'wildest dreams' with late World Cup winners IOL —
- Spain beats Belgium in thriller to set up blockbuster World Cup semifinal NY Post —