Mikel Merino's 87th-minute goal secured Spain's World Cup semi-final berth, capitalizing on Belgium's struggles after losing goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois to injury.

Mikel Merino scored in the 88th minute on a rebound yielded by backup Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens, and Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals with a 2-1 victory

Merino’s late strike ensured Spain reached the semi-final where they will face France