Spain beat Belgium 2-1 to reach 2026 World Cup semi-finals, set to face France
Spain secured a 2-1 victory over Belgium in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final on Friday night, advancing to the semi-finals. Fabian Ruiz gave Spain the lead, Charles Ketelaere equalised for Belgium, and Mikel Merino scored the winner for the second match in a row. Spain will now meet France in the first semi-final, after Les Bleus defeated Morocco 2-0 in their quarter-final on Thursday.
For Nigerian football fans, this clash shapes the path to the final and shows which European powers remain in contention. Knowing the semi-final pairings helps fans plan viewing parties, anticipate potential Super Eagles rivals in future tournaments, and follow the tournament's narrative.
The semi-final date and venue have not been announced in the report, but the winners will contest the final. Fans can expect high-stakes matches as both Spain and France chase their first World Cup title since 2010 and 2018 respectively.