Merino's Stoppage-Time Goal Sends Spain Past Ronaldo's Portugal in World Cup Thriller

Spain beat Portugal 1-0 in the World Cup Round of 16 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, thanks to Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino's cool finish in the 91st minute after a tense, scoreless 90.

The win marked the end of Ronaldo's sixth and final World Cup at age 41, as the legend walked off emotional, sharing a heartfelt embrace with Spain's young star Lamine Yamal.

Rodri took Man of the Match honors for Spain's defensive masterclass, while Portugal coach Roberto Martinez confirmed his departure, capping a night of fine margins and lasting legacies.