Fabian Ruiz fires Spain into the last four

Fabian Ruiz of Spain celebrates after scoring in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium on 10 July 2026, helping La Roja advance to the semifinals.

Unai Simon, goalkeeper of Spain, clashes with Hans Vanaken of Belgium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Los Angeles Stadium on 10 July 2026, as Belgium pressed for an equaliser.

Rodri of Spain battles Nicolas Raskin of Belgium for midfield control during the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles, on 10 July 2026.

Fabian Ruiz of Spain erupts in celebration after finding the net against Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal at Los Angeles Stadium on 10 July 2026, a moment that lifted the Spanish camp.

Fabian Ruiz was on the scoresheet for Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium on 10 July 2026, underscoring his influential role in Spain's knockout campaign.

Lamine Yamal of Spain takes on the Belgium defence during the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles, on 10 July 2026, continuing his standout tournament run.

Lamine Yamal of Spain pushes forward against Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal at Los Angeles Stadium on 10 July 2026, with the teenage winger a persistent threat throughout the contest.

Dani Olmo of Spain contests possession against Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles, on 10 July 2026, as Spain dominated large spells of the match.

Lamine Yamal of Spain repeatedly tested the Belgium backline during the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal at Los Angeles Stadium on 10 July 2026, drawing fouls and creating openings for La Roja.

Lamine Yamal of Spain shows his focus in the moments before kick-off of the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium on 10 July 2026.

Belgium supporters fill the stands at Los Angeles Stadium ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Spain on 10 July 2026, creating a vibrant atmosphere as the Red Devils sought a place in the last four.