Merino's stoppage-time goal sends Spain into World Cup quarter-finals
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in a tense World Cup round-of-16 clash. Mikel Merino scored the only goal deep into stoppage time to seal the narrow victory. Goalkeeper Unai Simon was instrumental, delivering a commanding performance to keep a clean sheet. The result ends Portugal's tournament run and marks what appears to be the conclusion of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career. With the win, Spain advance to the quarter-finals for the first time since their 2010 title-winning campaign.
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