Spain's Bench Power Seals Quarterfinal Spot

Few minutes after defeating Portugal, Luis de la Fuente highlighted the goal that sent Spain to quarterfinals against Belgium: 'Mikel Merino has scored thanks to a marvelous pass from Ferran, after a pass from Fabi.' The manager emphasized how all three players came from the bench. liveiplscore.homes

This pattern not seen since 2014 when Cesc assisted Mata against Australia. This only occurred once before, in 1982 when Quini set up Saura against Yugoslavia.