Spain edge Portugal 1–0 to punch quarterfinal ticket
One goal. One massive statement. Spain are moving on.
In a tense Iberian knockout battle, Spain found the moment that mattered and held their nerve to defeat Portugal 1–0.
Portugal pushed for a response, but Spain’s shape stayed disciplined, their midfield kept the tempo under control and their back line protected the lead late.
The result sends Spain into the quarterfinals, where they will face Belgium, 4–1 winners over the United States.