BELGIUM

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Late Merino strike breaks Belgian hearts as Spain advance to World Cup semi-finals

Mikel Merino once again proved Spain's unlikely late-game hero as his dramatic 88th-minute winner secured a 2-1 victory over Belgium and sent La Roja into the World Cup semi-finals.

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'We have a great team' - Garcia believes Belgium are ready to challenge Spain

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia believes his side have every chance of causing an upset when they face Spain in the World Cup quarter-finals on Friday, despite accepting they go into the match as underdogs.

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Thibaut Courtois backs Belgium to shock Spain in World Cup quarter-final

Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois believes his side have the quality and confidence to knock Spain out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup when the teams meet in Friday's quarter-final.

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Mauricio Pochettino calls for honest reflection after World Cup exit

USA coach Mauricio Pochettino says his side must accept responsibility for their FIFA World Cup exit after a 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the round of 16.

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Mauricio Pochettino disappointed as the United States suffer World Cup heartbreak

United States coach Mauricio Pochettino admitted his disappointment in the manner of his side's 4-1 World Cup last 16 defeat to Belgium on Monday.

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Rudi Garcia hails Belgium's 'commanding performance' after USA World Cup rout

Belgium manager Rudi Garcia has praised his players after their commanding 4-1 victory in the FIFA World Cup last 16 over the United States and insisted the pre-match controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun had no influence on the result.

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