Spain's Unbeaten Run Reaches 36 as Madrid Erupts in Joy

Scenes of wild celebration broke out in Madrid after Spain booked their place in the World Cup semi-finals, according to Reuters. Supporters spilled into the streets of the Spanish capital as the victory over Belgium confirmed their side's extraordinary run of form.

Spain have now gone 36 matches without defeat, a streak that began back in March 2023. The team's consistency and resilience throughout this tournament has made them one of the most compelling stories of the competition.

They now face France, the tournament's other great force, in a semi-final that has captured the imagination of football fans across Europe and beyond.