You can rely on Merino – Joker also shoots Spain into the semi-finals
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Spain followed France into the semi-finals of the World Cup.
Spain followed France into the semi-finals of the World Cup. The European champions conceded their first goal of the tournament against Belgium, but, as in the round of 16 against Portugal, they were able to trust Mikel Merino and have been unbeaten in 36 international matches.
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