Uruguay confirms Araújo and De Arrascaeta out against Spain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 5:12 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Uruguay's national team, La Celeste, faces a critical World Cup qualifying match against Spain. Coach Marcelo Bielsa announced that defenders Ronald Araújo and Giorgian De Arrascaeta will miss the game due to injuries. Araújo sustained a muscular issue in training, while De Arrascaeta is dealing with calf discomfort. The match is significant for Uruguay, who are seeking a win after a 2-2 draw against Cape Verde in their previous match during Group Stage.
- •Uruguay drew 2-2 against Cape Verde in their last match.
- •Marcelo Bielsa confirmed absence of Araújo and De Arrascaeta.
- •Araújo's injury occurred during a training session.
- •De Arrascaeta is suffering from calf discomfort.
- •The match against Spain is crucial for Uruguay's progression.
- 5:12 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Bielsa rules out Arújo and De Arrascaeta for clash with Spain
"Uruguay is going through a difficult moment in World Cup qualifying after finishing Matchday 2 of the Group Stage with a 2-2 draw against Cape Verde. La Celeste will face Spain in the final matchday...
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