Mikel Merino Sets Record as Best Substitute in World Cup History
Mikel Merino secured Spain’s place in the World Cup semifinals with a decisive goal against Belgium, needing just three minutes on the pitch to make his mark. In doing so, Merino became the first player in history to score a winning goal as a substitute…
Lamin Yamal Confident Spain Deserves Quarterfinal Win, Warns France
Spain’s national team leader, Lamin Yamal, expressed confidence that his side deserved their victory over Belgium in the World Cup quarterfinals. The Spanish winger praised the 2-1 win highly: “I think we were clearly the better team. It…
Rudi Garcia: Belgium Fought Spain Vigorously Despite 1-2 Defeat
Rudi Garcia expressed his disappointment following Belgium’s 1-2 defeat to Spain in the World Cup quarterfinals. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Garcia said: “We faced Spain head-on and competed fiercely. Unfortunately, we also lost Courtois…
De la Fuente Emphasizes Teamwork Regardless of Playing Time in Spain’s Win
Spain’s head coach Luis de la Fuente praised the unity of his team following their 2-1 quarterfinal victory over Belgium. He made a tactical decision to start Fabian Ruiz in place of Pedri, and the two-time Champions League winner scored the opening goal…
Merino Secures Spain’s Spot in 2026 World Cup Semifinals
The quarterfinal clash of the 2026 World Cup saw Spain and Belgium battle for a place in the semifinals against France. Spain dominated possession and created several half-chances. Their persistence paid off in the 30th minute when, following a pass from…
Thibaut Courtois Hints World Cup Quarterfinal May Be His Last Belgium Match
Belgium’s goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has indicated that the World Cup quarter-final against Spain, which ended in a 1-2 defeat, could mark the end of his international career. Courtois suffered an injury during the match and was substituted in the…
Jorge Jesus Appointed Portugal Head Coach Following World Cup Exit
Jorge Jesus has been appointed as the new head coach of the Portugal national team. He officially succeeds Roberto Martínez following Portugal’s high-profile exit in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup against Spain and the subsequent departure of the…
Mbappé and Chouameni Set to Feature in World Cup Semi-Final
The French national team received encouraging news ahead of their semifinal clash in Dallas. Both Kylian Mbappé and Aurélien Tchouaméni are set to feature against either Spain or Belgium. Mbappé, the tournament’s top scorer, caused some concern…
Belgium Coach Garcia: Focus on Spain, No Specific Plan for Yamal
Belgium head coach Rudy Garcia spoke ahead of today’s World Cup 2026 quarter-final clash against Spain, which kicks off at 19:00 UTC. “There is no specific plan just for Lamin Yamal because every player on their team is important,” Garcia acknowledged,…
Jorge Jesus Appointed New Head Coach of Portugal National Team
Jorge Jesus has been appointed as the new head coach of the Portugal national team following the departure of Roberto Martínez. The 71-year-old manager was selected by Pedro Proença, president of the Portuguese Football Federation, to lead the team…