Spain won 1-0 against Portugal in the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a late goal by Mikel Merino. Portugal suffered a 0-1 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The match took place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, as part of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The competition is one of the most highly anticipated events in the football calendar, and this match was expected to be a closely contested encounter between two European powerhouses.
How it unfolded
The match was decided by a late goal from Mikel Merino, who scored in the 90'+1' minute after being assisted by Ferran Torres. This goal gave Spain a narrow 1-0 victory over Portugal. Prior to the goal, the match had been a tightly contested affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. Portugal's Bernardo Silva received a yellow card in the 89' minute, while Renato Veiga was also booked in the 90'+4' minute. Ferran Torres of Spain received a yellow card in the 90'+8' minute.
Standout performers
Mikel Merino was the hero for Spain, scoring the winning goal in the 90'+1' minute. Ferran Torres provided the assist for Merino's goal, playing a crucial role in Spain's victory. These two players made significant contributions to their team's success in this match.
Match facts
- Final score: Portugal 0, Spain 1
- Scorer: Mikel Merino (90'+1') for Spain
- Assists: Ferran Torres for Mikel Merino's goal
- Bookings: Bernardo Silva (Portugal, 89'), Renato Veiga (Portugal, 90'+4'), Ferran Torres (Spain, 90'+8')
- Venue: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas
What it means
Both Portugal and Spain will continue their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, with this result being a significant outcome in their group-stage journey.