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Nations League: Spain tops Portugal late to reach Final Four

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Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo grimaces after missing a scoring chance during the UEFA Nations League soccer match between Portugal and Spain at the Municipal Stadium in Braga, Portugal, Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022. (AP Photo/Luis Vieira)

Luis Enrique was ready for the criticism to start pouring out back home. He knew another setback so close to the World Cup would raise questions about his team and his work.

Then a late goal changed it all, and it was all joy and praise for La Roja heading into soccer's showcase event.

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