Spain secured a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the World Cup last 16, advancing to the quarter-finals. Ferran Torres, coming off the bench, provided the crucial assist for Mikel Merino's decisive goal. Young talents Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí played the full 90 minutes, marking Yamal's first complete game in the tournament. Pedri and Dani Olmo also featured in the starting lineup before being substituted late in the match. Spain is now set to face Belgium, who defeated co-hosts USA, in their upcoming quarter-final clash. The team's performance highlighted the impact of both established and emerging players in their World Cup campaign.
