JUL 11, 2026
Spain Edge Belgium to Reach World Cup Semi-Finals
SEO-Friendly Title (within 60 characters) Spain Beat Belgium, Set Up France World Cup Semi Website News Post Los Angeles: Spain booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium, setting up a blockbuster showdown against France in Dallas. Luis de la Fuente's side took the lead through surprise starter Fabian Ruiz, who capitalised on a rebound after Thibaut Courtois denied Dani Olmo's initial effort. Spain continued to press, with Lamine Yamal causing constant problems and narrowly missing with a curling strike. Belgium responded just before halftime. Kevin De Bruyne's perfectly weighted pass released Timothy Castagne, whose pinpoint cross found Charles De Ketelaere. The forward timed his run to perfection before heading home the equaliser. The match turned in Spain's favour after Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was forced off injured in the 71st minute. Substitute goalkeeper Senne Lammens failed to hol