Uruguay faces Cape Verde in World Cup after opening draw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 8:49 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Uruguay plays Cape Verde in their second World Cup match today, following a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia in their opener. Head coach Marcelo Bielsa has made two changes to the lineup, with Guillermo Varela starting, while Cape Verde aims to build on their historic goalless draw with Spain. Cape Verde’s goalkeeper Vozinha delivered a standout performance in that match. Both teams are looking for a vital result to boost their chances of progressing in the tournament.
- •Uruguay currently has one point after a draw with Saudi Arabia.
- •Bielsa makes two changes to Uruguay's starting XI.
- •Cape Verde held Spain to a goalless draw in their opener.
- •Vozinha had seven saves in the match against Spain.
- •Match being played today, June 21, 2026.
- 8:49 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Former Eintracht Frankfurt full-back starts as Uruguay face Cape Verde
"After being held to a surprise 1-1 draw by Saudi Arabia in their opening World Cup fixture, Uruguay know a convincing response is required if they are to re-establish momentum and strengthen their hop...
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