Spain tops Uruguay to advance, Cape Verde makes history, Scotland hopes remain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:02 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 in Guadalajara on June 27, finishing first in Group H of the World Cup. Alex Baena scored the lone goal just before halftime, while Uruguay's Manuel Ugarte was stretchered off with an injury shortly after. Despite rallying in the second half, Uruguay could not equalize and received a red card for Agustin Canobbio in stoppage time. Cape Verde also advanced to the knockout stage after a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia. Scotland's progression hinges on other results, as they finish third in the group with three points.
- •Spain finishes top of Group H with a 1-0 win over Uruguay.
- •Alex Baena scored the winning goal in the 42nd minute.
- •Uruguay's hopes ended as they finished third.
- •Cape Verde advances after a goalless draw with Saudi Arabia.
- •Scotland's fate depends on the outcome of Group G's finale.
- 3:02 AMYahoo Sports — Spain and Cape Verde reach knockouts as Scotland handed World Cup lifeline
"Uruguay finished third in Group H and were dumped out of the tournament alongside Saudi Arabia
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