Seattle: Belgium cruised into the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals with a commanding 4-1 victory over the United States at Lumen Field in Seattle, setting up a last-eight showdown with Spain. According to Oman News Agency, Charles De Ketelaere opened the scoring in the ninth minute, but Malik Tillman pulled the hosts level in the 31st minute. Belgium regained the lead just two minutes later as De Ketelaere struck again for his second of the night. Hans Vanaken extended Belgium's advantage with a third goal in the 57th minute, before Romelu Lukaku sealed the rout in stoppage time. In Dallas, Spain edged past Portugal 1-0 in a cagey round-of-16 tie, with Mikel Merino heading home the winner in the first minute of added time. The match was a tight, tactical affair with few clear chances, as both sides cancelled each other out until Merino rose to meet a late cross and send Spain through. Spain will now face Belgium in the quarter-finals on Friday.
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