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Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals and ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career
By Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
Mikel Merino scored in the first minute of second-half stoppage time, and Spain beat Portugal 1-0 on Monday to end the World Cup career of superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.Merino had just been knocked down, and a foul was called. While Portugal's Bernardo Silva argued, Merino played the ball back in, ...
Key takeaway Merino didn't enter until the 85th minute, and his heads-up play showed some of the versatility that helped Arsenal win its first Premier League title in more than 20 years this spring.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For Terrell Hills residents who follow international soccer, Spain's advancement to the quarterfinals is a notable development, especially given the team's history of success in the World Cup. The fact that Spain will play its next match in Inglewood, California, may also spark interest among local fans who have connections to the West Coast or have followed the team's progress in the tournament. The outcome of the match against Portugal also marks the end of an era for Cristiano Ronaldo, a player who has been widely followed and admired globally, including in the San Antonio area. As the World Cup continues, Terrell Hills residents can expect to see more coverage of the tournament in local sports bars and restaurants, with Spain's upcoming match likely to draw significant attention from fans in the community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Mikel Merino scored in the first minute of second-half stoppage time, and Spain beat Portugal 1-0 on Monday to end the World Cup career of superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.Merino had just been knocked down, and a foul was called. While Portugal's Bernardo Silva argued, Merino played the ball back in, ...
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