Spain 2-1 Belgium: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This quarter-final sets Spain's control and defensive authority against Belgium's more direct, punchy attack. Spain have looked cleaner and calmer throughout the tournament, while Belgium have been dangerous going forward but less convincing when games open up. The central battle around Rodri, Pedri and De Bruyne should shape the tempo. If Spain keep the match in their preferred passing rhythm, they are in command; if Belgium can turn it into a transition game, the tie becomes much more volatile.

Head-to-head analysis

Head-to-head is only lightly useful here: there is no recent competitive rivalry, but some archival listings show three older meetings with Spain unbeaten, including a friendly win in 2016.

Injuries and absences

Spain look close to full strength. Belgium's only notable recent fitness question has been Zeno Debast; his improving status helps depth, but unless he is fully cleared, it is unlikely to reshape the likely defensive structure.

Form (last 5)

Spain vs Belgium stats

Other World Cup matches

• Switzerland – Colombia
• France – Morocco
• Norway – England
• Argentina – Switzerland