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Has there ever been a player whose entire international career has been in danger of being defined by one kick as Brahim Diaz?

Belgium manager Rudy Garcia bemoaned the fact that lady luck wasn't on his team's side in the Red Devils' 2-1 World Cup quarterfinal defeat to Spain.

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Lamine Yamal says France should fear Spain as the two nations gear up for a heavyweight World Cup semifinal in Arlington, Texas, on Tuesday.

ESPN speaks to Norwegian journalist Thore Haugstad for the lowdown on England's quarterfinal opponents.

Spain midfielder Mikel Merino came off the bench to score a late winning goal against Belgium, securing a 2-1 victory and advancing La Roja to the World Cup semifinals.

At first glance, Jude Bellingham and Martin Ødegaard are vastly different. But both have been maligned and questioned recently yet are now on top form.

Spain turned to their super sub Mikel Merino once again as they triumphed over Belgium in the World Cup quarterfinals

You'd think a team boasting Lamine Yamal would score goals for fun, but to beat Belgium, Spain needed midfielder Mikel Merino to net the winner.

Marc Guéhi and Declan Rice handed England a fitness boost as they both trained ahead of the World Cup quarter-final with Norway in Miami.

In an outcome that felt inevitable for most of the game, Spain beat Belgium 2-1 with a late goal from a familiar face on Friday.

Former Manchester United player Mason Greenwood, who is under contract with Marseille through 2029, is considering offers from Fenerbahce and Atlético Madrid, sources have told ESPN.

Belgium captain Youri Tielemans was a late scratch from Belgium's lineup for their World Cup quarterfinal match against Spain on Friday.

England defender Ezri Konsa believes Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland could cement a Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi-like rivalry over the next two decades.

Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin confirmed that attacking midfielder Johan Manzambi won't be available for Saturday night's FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina.

Barcelona are closing in on the signing of Karim Adeyemi after a breakthrough in negotiations with Borussia Dortmund, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Marc Guéhi has emerged as an injury concern ahead of England's World Cup quarterfinal against Norway after suffering a hamstring issue, sources have told ESPN.

Vincius Junior has apologised to Brazil's supporters and admitted feeling an "enormous" sense of frustration after their World Cup exit.

Spain take on Belgium in the second quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup and you can follow all of the action from Los Angeles with ESPN.

Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku said the Red Devils will need to "play the perfect game" to get past Spain in Friday's World Cup quarterfinal.

England defender Niamh Charles has joined Women's Super League champions Manchester City on a three-year deal.

Real Madrid coach José Mourinho said he is "on a mission" as he completed his first day Friday at Valdebebas to continue planning the 2026-27 season.

Newly named Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said on Friday that there is still room on the team for star Cristiano Ronaldo.

England World Cup-winner Nobby Stiles died with a traumatic brain injury, a court heard as a coroner ruled an inquest into his death must be held.

Messi, Mbappé and Kane have all missed stuttering penalties at the World Cup. So why are so many players taking them?

Liverpool are facing a period of significant behind-the-scenes upheaval following the departure of Michael Edwards, the chief executive officer of football for owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG).

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes is still coming to terms with Portugal's early exit from the World Cup.

Ona Batlle will join Arsenal upon the expiry of her Barcelona contract in the summer, it has been announced.

Marc Guéhi has emerged as an injury concern ahead of England's World Cup quarterfinal against Norway after suffering a hamstring issue, sources have told ESPN.