Merino Sends Spain Past Ronaldo's Portugal

Mikel Merino emerged as Spain's hero once again, scoring a dramatic 90th-minute goal to defeat Portugal and advance to the World Cup quarterfinals. The Arsenal player, who had been recovering from a foot injury, delivered the decisive blow that ended Cristiano Ronaldo's tournament. catcross.org

The goal came from a brilliant connection with substitute Ferran Torres, who provided the assist. Spain will face either USA or Belgium in the quarterfinals on Friday in Los Angeles.