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Manuel Ugarte stretchered off during World Cup match vs. Spain

Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:08 AM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Manuel Ugarte stretchered off during World Cup match vs. Spain
Summary

Uruguay midfielder Manuel Ugarte was stretchered off in the ongoing World Cup match against Spain. He appeared to sustain an injury after an awkward step and was unable to return to the field. Shortly after his departure, Spain took the lead with a goal. Ugarte's status is critical for Uruguay, as the team needed a win to keep their World Cup hopes alive after drawing their first two group-stage matches. The severity of Ugarte's injury is currently unknown, and medical staff is set to evaluate him after the match concludes.

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  • •Manuel Ugarte was injured and stretchered off during the match against Spain.
  • •Uruguay needed a win to avoid early elimination after two draws.
  • •Spain scored shortly after Ugarte was taken off the field.
  • •The nature of Ugarte's injury is still being assessed by medical staff.
Latest Updates
  • 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — 🤕Terrible news: Ugarte has torn his ligaments
  • 10:58 AMYahoo Sports — Man Utd waiting on Ugarte injury after he leaves pitch on stretcher
  • 10:36 AMBBC Sport — Man Utd waiting on Ugarte injury after he leaves pitch on stretcher
  • 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Man Utd Fear Serious Ugarte Knee Injury After World Cup Stretcher Exit
  • 5:40 AMYahoo Sports — Man United midfielder Manuel Ugarte stretchered off as Uruguay crash out of 2026 World Cup
  • 1:08 AMYahoo Sports — Uruguay injury: Manuel Ugarte stretchered off in World Cup game vs. Spain
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