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Spain Eliminates Portugal in World Cup Round of 16 with Late Winner, Possibly Ronaldo's Last Match
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First reported by Walla · Jul 6, 2026
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Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 with a last-minute goal by Mikel Merino, likely marking Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup match. Spain advances to the quarterfinals to face the winner of the USA-Belgium game.
- 01Spain scored a 91st-minute winner to beat Portugal 1-0 in the World Cup round of 16.
- 02Mikel Merino scored his first World Cup goal assisted by Fran Torres.
- 03Cristiano Ronaldo likely played his last World Cup match, finishing with 11 total goals.
- 04Portugal was unable to break Spain's defense until the late goal.
- 05Spain will face the winner of the USA vs. Belgium quarterfinal match.
- 06Ronaldo announced this would be his last World Cup but could still play in 2030 as Portugal co-hosts.
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