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England advances to World Cup knockout stage after Uruguay loss

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:09 AM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

England advances to World Cup knockout stage after Uruguay loss

Summary

England has secured its place in the last 32 of the World Cup following Uruguay's defeat to Spain. This outcome ensures that England will at least qualify as one of the best third-placed teams. Results in Group H also featured a draw between Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia, leaving Uruguay in third with an inferior record to England. England’s next match is scheduled against Panama on Saturday.

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By the Numbers

•Uruguay's loss to Spain confirms England's advancement.
•England can qualify as one of the best third-placed teams.
•Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia ended in a draw.
•England faces Panama next on Saturday.

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2:09 AMThe Guardian Sport — England through to last 32 of the World Cup after Uruguay exit against Spain

What they're saying

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Uruguay’s exit means England through to knockouts Thomas Tuchel’s side face Panama on Saturday England’s place in the last 32 of the World Cup has been confirmed after results in Group H ensured Thomas Tuchel’s side would, at worst, qualify as one of the best third-placed teams. Uruguay’s defeat to Spain, coupled with Cape Verde’s draw with Saudi Arabia, left Marcelo Bielsa’s side in third and with an inferior record to England. With third-placed South Korea, Senegal and Scotland already unable to match England’s points tally, that was enough to confirm progression for Tuchel’s team. Continue reading...
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