Spain vs Belgium Result: Spain 2–1 Belgium — Quarter-finals — World Cup 2026
Quick answer: Spain 2–1 Belgium at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood on July 10, 2026 — Quarter-finals, Match 98. Scorers: Spain: Fabián Ruiz (30'), Mikel Merino (88'). Belgium: Charles De Ketelaere (41').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | Spain 2–1 Belgium |
| Stage | Quarter-finals |
| Match | #98 (Quarter-finals) |
| Date | July 10, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 16:00 |
| Venue | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood |
| Stage | Quarter-finals — Match #98 |
| Goal scorers | Spain: Fabián Ruiz 30', Mikel Merino 88'; Belgium: Charles De Ketelaere 41' |
Goal Scorers
- 30'Fabián Ruiz
- 88'Mikel Merino
- 41'Charles De Ketelaere
Match Summary
Spain beat Belgium 2-1 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. Fabián Ruiz opened the scoring in the first half, Charles De Ketelaere equalised for Belgium before the break, and Mikel Merino struck an 88th-minute winner to send La Roja into a semi-final against France.
Player of the match: Mikel Merino.
Key Moments
- Spain and Belgium traded early chances in a tense quarter-final at SoFi Stadium.
- Fabián Ruiz put Spain ahead in the 30th minute with a composed finish.
- Charles De Ketelaere levelled for Belgium in the 41st minute.
- Both sides pushed for a winner through a cagey second half in Los Angeles.
- Mikel Merino struck in the 88th minute to send Spain into the semi-finals.
- Belgium pushed for a late equaliser but could not find a way past Spain's defence.
Bracket Impact
Spain advance to the semi-finals and will face France in Match #101 on 14 July at AT&T Stadium, Arlington. Belgium are eliminated after reaching the quarter-finals.
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What This Means for Spain & Belgium
Spain advance; Belgium are eliminated.
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What's Next in the Knockout Stage
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| Spain | Knockout bracket — Round of 16 |
| Belgium | Eliminated |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Spain vs Belgium score at World Cup 2026?
Spain 2–1 Belgium — played at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood on July 10, 2026 (Quarter-finals, Match #98).
Who won Spain vs Belgium World Cup 2026?
Spain won 2–1.
Where was Spain vs Belgium played?
SoFi Stadium, Inglewood — kickoff 16:00 local time.
What stage is Spain vs Belgium?
Quarter-finals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — Match #98.
How does this result affect the knockout bracket?
Spain advance to the semi-finals and will face France in Match #101 on 14 July at AT&T Stadium, Arlington. Belgium are eliminated after reaching the quarter-finals.
Who scored in Spain vs Belgium?
Spain: Fabián Ruiz 30', Mikel Merino 88'. Belgium: Charles De Ketelaere 41'.