Spain are through to the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Belgium in a quarter-final that went to extra time at SoFi Stadium, in front of an attendance of 70,492.

The match, played on Friday 10 July 2026, will be remembered for a costly error from Belgium goalkeeper Lammens, whose mistake proved decisive in sending Spain into the last four of the tournament.

A night to forget for Lammens

The Belgian shot-stopper's blunder became the defining moment of the match, handing Spain the opening they needed after the two sides could not be separated in regulation time.

Extra time was required before Spain finally secured their place in the semi-finals, where they will be among the final four nations competing for the World Cup title in the United States.

Spain keep their charge alive

The result continues Spain's impressive run in this edition of the World Cup. Having navigated their way through a gruelling knockout stage, they now stand just two wins away from lifting the trophy.

Belgium, who had fought hard to reach the quarter-finals, were ultimately undone by their own goalkeeper rather than outplayed across the full 120 minutes — a bitter way for their campaign to come to an end.

The semi-final lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to take shape, with Spain now confirmed as one of the final four sides remaining in the competition.