Uruguay and Saudi Arabia draw in Miami as tensions rise in Group H
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:51 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Uruguay faced Saudi Arabia in a key Group H match on June 15 at Miami Stadium, knowing a win by either team would position them at the top of the group. The Saudis initially took the lead with a goal from Abdullah Al-Khaibari after a corner kick, capitalizing on a mistake by goalkeeper Fernando Muslera. Uruguay responded in the second half, tying the match with a goal from Maxi Araújo in the 80th minute. Federico Valverde was more active in the second half, contributing significantly to Uruguay's offense, including a strong free kick saved in stoppage time. Upcoming matches will further determine the fate of both teams in the tournament.
- •Saudi Arabia scores first through Abdullah Al-Khaibari at 41 minutes.
- •Uruguay equalizes in the 80th minute with a goal from Maxi Araújo.
- •Federico Valverde plays a crucial role in the second half.
- •Uruguay will face Cabo Verde next, while Saudi Arabia meets Spain.
- 12:51 AMYahoo Sports — Fede Valverde’s Uruguay misses golden opportunity to take hold of Group H
"Uruguay and Saudi Arabia faced off on Monday evening in Miami knowing that at win by either would place them at the top of Group H following Spain’s surprising scoreless draw against Cabo Verde earlier in the day. The Saudis looked most threatening in the first half, largely through set pieces. Georgios Donis’ team eventually […]
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