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Group H remains competitive after draws in opening World Cup matches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:36 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Group H remains competitive after draws in opening World Cup matches
Summary

Group H of the World Cup saw two matches end in draws, leaving all four teams with a chance to advance. Spain and Uruguay, seen as favorites, faced disciplined performances from Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde respectively. These unexpected results have turned predictions upside down after the first round of play in the group. The second matchday is anticipated to be highly competitive as teams vie for progression.

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  • •Spain and Uruguay draw with Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde respectively
  • •All four teams in Group H are still in contention to advance
  • •Unexpected results challenge pre-tournament predictions
  • •Next matches in Group H set to be crucial for standings
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  • 12:36 AMYahoo Sports — 🔥 Group H wide open after a day of draws at the World Cup
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Results that are blowing up everyone’s predictions! What many saw as a group with clear favorites (Spain and Uruguay) has turned, after the first ninety minutes of competition, into one of the most...

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