How Merino’s Late Strike Ended Ronaldo’s World Cup Dream + Video
Mikel Merino scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner as Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 to book their place in the quarter-finals of the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Iberian derby at the Dallas Stadium looked destined for extra time before substitute Merino found the back of the net in the final minute of normal time, ending Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup dream.
Watch as Merino’s late strike ended Ronaldo’s World Cup dream
