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Spain faces Uruguay as Cape Verde celebrates World Cup debut

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 9:54 AM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Spain faces Uruguay as Cape Verde celebrates World Cup debut
Summary

Spain, the favorites in Group H, face Uruguay on June 27 in the 2026 World Cup. With a strong track record after winning Euro 2024, Spain is aiming for another successful campaign. Uruguay seeks to qualify for the knockout stages, while Cape Verde, competing in their first World Cup, creates a feel-good story in the tournament. Other matches include Saudi Arabia against Uruguay on June 15 and Uruguay versus Cape Verde later in the group stage. The tournament highlights the expansion to 48 teams, showcasing new talent and stories in North America this summer.

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  • •Spain plays Uruguay on June 27 at Estadio Akron, Zapopan
  • •Cape Verde makes their World Cup debut this summer
  • •Saudi Arabia versus Uruguay on June 15 in Miami
  • •Tournament features a record 48 teams in North America
  • •Spain won Euro 2024, aiming for World Cup success
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  • 9:54 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026 – Group H guide: Favourites Spain take on Uruguay as Cape Verde fairytale begins
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European champions Spain head to North America as favourites as they look to win a second World Cup

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