New Delhi, July 10 -- Spain's remarkable defence, which has produced a record six consecutive World Cup clean sheets, faces its sternest test yet against a free-scoring Belgium side in this high-stakes FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final game. La Roja have been the tournament's most organised side so far,topping their group before beating Austria 3-0 and edging Portugal 1-0 with a stoppage-time Mikel Merino winner. Belgium, meanwhile, arrive with serious momentum after a dramatic 3-2 extra-time win over Senegal and a statement 4-1 thrashing of co-hosts USA. The winner books a semi-final place; the loser goes home.

Spain hold a clear historical edge over Belgium. Their World Cup meetings came in the 1986 quarter-finals (1-1, Belgium won 5-4...