Spanish footballer (born 1996)
Arsenal FC 22h
⏪ Last time out in the Carabao Cup...
A captain's contribution from Mikel Merino 😎
🤝 @Bitpanda_global
Arsenal FC Oct 19
Mikel Merino's ball knowledge 🤯
Our Gunners celebrate the start of the NBA season 🏀
Arsenal FC Oct 13
Team news: Gyokeres and Merino among six changes: Find out who Mikel Arteta has selected for this evening's Champions League game against Lille at Emirates ...
arsenal.com/news/team-news-gyokeres-and-merino-among-six-changes-aKDrl6r7FDOI
ESPN Oct 18
Mikel Arteta: 'Big believer' that Havertz can return 30 goals in a season - ESPN: Mikel Arteta has said he is a "big believer" that Kai Havertz can be Arsenal's ...
espn.co.uk/football/story/_/id/50204893/arsenal-kai-havertz-mikel-arteta-30-goals-big-believer-goals-season
Arsenal FC Oct 07
💬 “What we are doing together, that was the dream.”
Watch our supporter sit-down with Mikel in full 📺
Mikel Arteta explains Eberechi Eze half-time substitution vs Nottingham Forest: Mikel Arteta defended his decision to haul Eberechi Eze off at half-time in ...
metro.co.uk/2026/10/18/mikel-arteta-explains-eberechi-eze-half-time-substitution-vs-nottingham-forest-29719426/
ESPN Oct 14
Mikel Merino says Arsenal are 'ready' for Premier League, Champions League double - ESPN
espn.co.uk/football/story/_/id/50181607/mikel-merino-says-arsenal-ready-premier-league-champions-league-double
Arsenal's Mikel Merino admits frustrations after latest Spain heroics: Mikel Merino was Spain's hero once again on Tuesday as he scored both goals in a 2-1 win ...
metro.co.uk/2026/10/07/arsenals-mikel-merino-admits-frustrations-latest-spain-heroics-29686673/
Complete Sports Oct 16
Arsenal Star Opens Up On Terrifying Bus Blast, Remarkable Recovery: Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino has revealed how a simple, last-minute change of seats on ...
completesports.com/arsenal-star-opens-up-on-terrifying-bus-blast-remarkable-recovery/
Arsenal star Mikel Merino admits he's 'lucky to be alive' after Champions League terror attack
dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-star-mikel-merino-admits-37779616
Arsenal star's father speaks out on Real Madrid transfer links: Mikel Merino's father has poured cold water on rumours linking the midfielder with Real Madrid ...
metro.co.uk/2026/10/12/arsenal-stars-father-speaks-real-madrid-transfer-links-29700734/
Spain maintained their 100% record in the UEFA Nations League after a 3-1 win over Czech Republic at Carlos Tartiere Stadium.
Lamine Yamal ... Show more
Nations League: Spain extends record streak in Croatia: Spain has extended its record streak and is now unbeaten in 42 international matches in regular time ...
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Arsenal FC Oct 04
Saka at the double and Merino scores for Spain: Bukayo Saka got his first Nations League goals of the break and Mikel Merino rounded things off for Spain
arsenal.com/news/saka-at-the-double-and-merino-scores-for-spain-aFd7S7j7ZxlV
'They surprise even me!' – Luis de la Fuente makes honest admission after Spain fight back
goal.com/en/lists/luis-de-la-fuente-spain-croatia-mikel-merino-quotes/blt1fc1039f6a068b22
Daily Sabah Oct 07
Merino magic keeps Spain unbeaten as Kane makes England history: Spain extended their 2.5-year unbeaten run with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Croatia on ...
dailysabah.com/sports/football/merino-magic-keeps-spain-unbeaten-as-kane-makes-england-history
79' - Czechia equalizer ruled out for foul
85' - Ladislav Krejčí sent off
89' - Mikel Merino makes it 3-1
An eventful ending but Spain get the ... Show more
Arsenal FC Sep 30
Bruno scores for Brazil and Merino assists in Spain win: Bruno Guimaraes found the net and Mikel Merino provided an assist on a busy night of internationals
arsenal.com/news/bruno-scores-for-brazil-and-merino-assists-in-spain-win-ayXqX8P47e4s
‘They are very similar’: Arsenal’s Dowman reminds Merino of Lamine Yamal : Mikel Merino says Max Dowman reminds him of Lamine Yamal after the Arsenal prodigy ...
theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/16/they-are-very-similar-arsenals-dowman-reminds-merino-of-lamine-yamal
For those who know him, Mikel Merino's name is often the first that springs to mind when asked which players they believe will turn to management in the ... Show more
Arsenal FC Sep 16
Nicely done, Mikel ❤️
Merino gives his wholesome reason behind yesterday's celebration...
Mikel Merino speaks on his celebration after scoring against Ipswich Town ⚽️
Mikel Merino wanted to use sign language for his next goal celebration.
He was shown how to sign ‘Arsenal’ and made sure to do it after scoring against ... Show more
Arsenal FC Sep 18
LIVE: Mikel's pre-Brighton & Hove Albion press conference 🎙️ The Arsenal: Official App App - App Store
Mikel Arteta hails 'unique' Arsenal star as 'one of the most intelligent players'
metro.co.uk/2026/09/16/mikel-arteta-hails-unique-arsenal-star-one-intelligent-players-29618844/
Mikel Merino makes bold Lamine Yamal comparison as he hails Arsenal's 'unbelievable' teenage sensation Max Dowman
goal.com/en/lists/mikel-merino-compares-arsenal-max-dowman-lamine-yamal/bltc8062f55cf7521f9
Max Dowman sends clear message to Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta after Wayne Rooney matched
dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-max-dowman-mikel-arteta-37667497
Mikel Merino 'so proud' to captain Arsenal as Gunners stars shine in Carabao Cup victory over Ipswich Town
goal.com/en/lists/mikel-merino-proud-captain-arsenal-carabao-cup-ipswich-win/blt29aff728b760082f
Mail Online Aug 21
Inside story of Arsenal's summer: How Martin Odegaard got back to his best, how 'warrior' Bruno Guimaraes has been welcomed into the club and Mikel Arteta's ...
dailymail.com/sport/football/article-16067549/arsenal-martin-odegaard-bruno-guimaraes-mikel-arteta.html
Michael Owen questions Mikel Arteta decision after Arsenal win: 'What's the point?'
metro.co.uk/2026/08/22/michael-owen-surprised-mikel-arteta-decision-arsenal-win-whats-point-29436256/
Mikel Merino declares Arsenal's midfield as the best in the world ahead of the new Premier League season 😎💪
🗣️ “Honestly, it’s unreal ... Show more
The Sun - Arsenal
The Sun - Arsenal
Gary Neville reckons Arsenal have ALREADY sealed title defence thanks to epic transfer raid on Premier League rivals
thesun.co.uk/sport/40116301/gary-neville-arsenal-bruno-guimaraes-mikel-arteta/
Arsenal now have the best midfield in football: Bruno Guimaraes adds to already-impressive cohort as dismantling of Manchester City highlights quality at Mikel ...
telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/08/16/arsenal-now-have-best-midfield-football-community-shield/
Complete Sports Aug 13
We Have The Best Midfield In Football —Merino Boast: Mikel Merino has said Arsenal currently boast the best midfield in world football following the acquisition ...
completesports.com/we-have-the-best-midfield-in-football-merino-boast/
Late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals, ends Ronaldo's World Cup career: Mikel Merino scored seconds into stoppage time, and Spain beat Portugal 1-0.
abcnews.com/Sports/wireStory/mikel-merinos-late-goal-sends-spain-quarterfinals-ends-134530654
Key FactsSpain’s Last-Minute Goal Ends Ronaldo’s World Cup Run
Jul 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dawn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dawn.com
- Mikel Merino netted a late winner that eliminated Portugal and marked the end of Ronaldo’s World Cup career.
- Spain will face Belgium in the quarter-finals this Friday at a 70,649-capacity air-conditioned stadium in Los Angeles.
- Both teams entered undefeated, with Spain having not conceded any goals throughout the tournament so far.
- Ronaldo, aged 41 and currently playing in Saudi Arabia, had a limited impact from his central attacking position.
It was a very tough week, a difficult week - a week in which public opinion was very harsh on us, all the players, especially the coach.— Cristiano Ronaldo admitted after Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in the World Cup group stage.
Mikel Merino makes 'best in the world' claim after Arsenal's latest transfer move
mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/arsenal-mikel-merino-bruno-guimaraes-37551567
'Best midfield in football!' - Mikel Merino makes bold claim about Arsenal squad after £75m Bruno Guimaraes transfer
goal.com/en/lists/arsenal-best-midfield-mikel-merino-75m-bruno-guimaraes-transfer/blt8366fef980430b12
Complete Sports Aug 06
Mikel: Vinicius Is Using Arsenal To Get A Better Deal At Real Madrid: Former Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi has disclosed that Vinícius Jr. will not join Arsenal ...
completesports.com/mikel-vinicius-is-using-arsenal-to-get-a-better-deal-at-real-madrid/
Arsenal's midfield options:
🔴 Eberechi Eze
🔴 Declan Rice
🔴 Martin Ødegaard
🔴 Mikel Merino
🔴 Myles Lewis-Skelly
🔴 Martín Zubimendi
And now Bruno ... Show more
Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta set for second Real Madrid transfer battle with '£77m price set'
dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-news-mikel-arteta-set-37531705
World Cup Star Mocks Trump Right in Front of Him: As Trump lingered on the stage, the player seized his moment.
thedailybeast.com/spain-world-cup-star-mikel-merino-mocks-trump-right-in-front-of-him/
With Martin Odegaard, Eberechi Eze, Declan Rice, Mikel Merino and Martin Zubimendi on their post-World Cup breaks, this trip has given Ethan Nwaneri an ... Show more
Mikel Merino couldn’t believe Lionel Messi’s photo with a young Lamine Yamal was real! 😅
Bellingham sends England through 🏴, Merino scores the winner just before the final whistle 🃏🇪🇸 This is our Top 11 for the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals ... Show more
2026 FIFA World Cup on MagentaTV | Telekom
2026 FIFA World Cup on MagentaTV | Telekom
2026 FIFA World Cup: Merino saves Spain: Now a clash of the titans against France
stuttgarter-nachrichten.de/sport/fussball-wm-2026-merino-rettet-spanien-jetzt-giganten-duell-gegen-frankreich-79293182.html
Key FactsBelgium Ends USA’s World Cup Run with 4-1 Win
Jul 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Belgium controlled the match with four goals, including a brace from Charles De Ketelaere, exploiting US defensive lapses.
- Malik Tillman scored a free-kick equalizer, but Belgium quickly regained the lead, halting US momentum.
- Despite a lively second half, errors by goalkeeper Matt Freese and Christian Pulisic’s injury sealed the US defeat.
- Belgium moves on to the quarterfinals against Spain, while the USA and fellow co-hosts Canada and Mexico all exit at this stage.
Spain’s Mikel Merino enjoys happy knack of scoring late winners: Mikel Merino has risen from the bench to come up with the decisive goal in past two games – ...
theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/11/spains-mikel-merino-enjoys-happy-knack-of-scoring-late-winners
Arsenal FC Jul 19
Looking to bring out another 🔜
Mikel Merino talks us through his frequently-used celebration catalogue 🥳
This was Courtois’ reaction after watching his replacement, Senne Lammens, make a costly mistake that led to Mikel Merino’s goal and sent Spain through ... Show more
Mikel Merino's strike sees Spain overcome Portugal and reach the World Cup Quarter-Finals ⚽️
Mikel Merino vs. 🇵🇹: ➡️ 85th minute ⚽ 90+1 minute Mikel Merino vs. 🇧🇪: ➡️ 86th minute ⚽ 88th minute
Sensational Spain dominate France to reach World Cup final and set up possible England rematch
mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/spain-france-world-cup-goals-37431421
Key Facts2026 World Cup Semi: Spain vs. France Showdown
Jul 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
- The 2026 World Cup semi-final took place on July 14 in Dallas featuring Spain and France.
- This matchup repeated a similar semi-final clash between the two European powers from two years prior.
- The match highlighted the battle for a place in the World Cup final.
- Goalkeeper Unai Simon made crucial saves against French striker Kylian Mbappé.
Mail Online Jul 14
How Mikel Merino became Spain's unlikely World Cup hero - and why France are fearing his versatility, ice-cool composure and 'clutch' goal-scoring off the ...
dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15973217/How-Mikel-Merino-Spains-unlikely-World-Cup-hero.html
Key FactsDeschamps’ Bold Attack Falls Short Against Spain
Jul 15, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theguardian.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theguardian.com
- In his final tournament as France’s manager, Didier Deschamps adopted a more offensive tactical approach than before.
- Despite impressive attacking displays, France was overwhelmed by Spain’s superior midfield control in the semi-final.
- Weaknesses in France’s midfield and left-back positions allowed Spain to create decisive opportunities, including a penalty.
- Deschamps’ choice not to reinforce midfield proved costly against a stronger opponent in a critical match.
Spain star mimics Donald Trump while his back is turned during World Cup celebrations
metro.co.uk/2026/07/20/spain-star-mimics-donald-trump-back-turned-world-cup-celebrations-29180350/
Chelsea agreeing a deal with Aston Villa for Morgan Rogers caused shock at the weekend, with Arsenal also interested.@SJohnsonSport ... Show more
Arsenal news: £76m transfer target's dad breaks silence as Mikel Arteta plots huge move
dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-news-transfers-bruno-guimaraes-37422731
Arsenal FC Jul 20
From season-ending injury to Spain's World Cup hero 🏆
Mikel Merino stars in A Champion's Story, streaming now 🎬 Home
🤨 FourFourTwo were witness to one of the oddest moments of the 2026 World Cup in the basement of Dallas Stadium
🎤 Portugal’s press officer demands only ... Show more
Spain thought they had finally made the breakthrough against Argentina... but the goal doesn't stand.
Referee Slavko Vincic saw fit to disallow the goal ... Show more
Arsenal FC Jul 17
Always playing his part 👊
Watch Mikel Merino in A Champion's Story, streaming now 👉 Home
How the Spain coach spent over a decade recruiting the players who will be at the World Cup final
english.elpais.com/sports/2026-07-15/how-the-spain-coach-spent-over-a-decade-recruiting-the-players-who-will-be-at-the-world-cup-final.html
And Merino again - | who else?! 😱🔥 Just like in the round of 16, the 30-year-old fires Spain to victory late on. Luis de la Fuente's team will face France ... Show more
Super-sub Merino wins it! 🇪🇸🚨
Mikel Merino scores a dramatic late winner off the bench AGAIN to send Spain past Belgium and into a massive World Cup ... Show more
No coincidence: super-sub Merino on his heroics: Midfielder becoming specialist at producing late-game winners
sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za/sport/2026-07-11-its-no-coincidence-super-sub-merino-on-his-heroics/
