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Uruguay draws with Saudi Arabia in Copa America debut

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:05 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Uruguay draws with Saudi Arabia in Copa America debut
Summary

Uruguay and Saudi Arabia played to a 1-1 draw in the Copa America on June 15. Abdulelah Al-Amri scored for Saudi Arabia late in the first half, but Maximiliano Araújo equalized for Uruguay in the second half. Uruguay struggled to create scoring opportunities but applied pressure in the closing minutes. Both teams are in Group H, which also includes Spain and Cape Verde, who drew earlier. Argentina will start its title defense against Algeria on June 16.

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  • •Uruguay drew 1-1 with Saudi Arabia in their tournament debut.
  • •Abdulelah Al-Amri opened the scoring for Saudi Arabia.
  • •Maximiliano Araújo equalized for Uruguay in the second half.
  • •Both teams are in Group H with Spain and Cape Verde.
  • •Argentina faces Algeria on June 16 in their opening match.
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  • 12:05 AMYahoo Sports — Uruguay held to a draw, South Americans still winless in the Copa
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South American football is still without a win at this 2026 World Cup.This Monday (15), Uruguay drew with Saudi Arabia in its tournament debut.Abdulelah Al-Amri opened the scoring for the Green Falcon...

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