Spain vs Belgium World Cup 2026 quarterfinal live updates

Live coverage and text updates are being broadcast as Spain, led by teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, take on Belgium in a Euro 2024 quarter‑final clash that will decide the finalist who will meet France in the semifinals. The match, held at the Berlin Olympiastadion, sees the defending champions Spain seeking a fourth consecutive title while Belgium, the tournament’s surprise package, aims to secure a historic run to the last four. Kick‑off was scheduled for 21:00 CET, with both teams fielding strong line‑ups; Spain’s side features Yamal on the wing alongside veteran forward Álvaro Morata, while Belgium relies on the experience of Kevin De Bruyne and the pace of Romelu Lukaku.

Throughout the first half, Spain dominated possession, creating several chances that were thwarted by Belgium’s disciplined defense and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. Yamal’s early foray into the attacking third produced a near‑goal when his cross was cleared off the line, prompting a flurry of commentary on his impact despite his 16‑year‑old status. Belgium responded with a counter‑attack in the 32nd minute, culminating in a header from Lukaku that forced a crucial save. The live text feed recorded the match’s ebb and flow, noting a goalless halftime and signaling a tense second half where both sides intensified their search for a breakthrough. As the clock ticks toward the final whistle, the updates continue to inform viewers of every substitution, tactical shift, and potential decisive moment, underscoring the high stakes of a semifinal berth against a French side eager to reclaim European glory.