Uruguay faces Spain in World Cup group match at Estadio Guadalajara

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Uruguay faces Spain in World Cup group match at Estadio Guadalajara
Summary

Uruguay plays Spain at Estadio Guadalajara on Saturday, June 27, 2026, needing a victory to secure a spot in the World Cup round of 32. Currently, Uruguay has two points from two draws, placing them second in Group H. A win will guarantee their advancement; a draw may leave them reliant on a simultaneous match outcome between Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde. Uruguay will be without key players Ronald Araújo and Giorgian de Arrascaeta due to injuries, complicating their lineup decisions. Spain, leading the group with four points and a strong offensive performance against Saudi Arabia, requires only a draw to secure top spot.

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By the Numbers
  • Match kicks off at 01:00 BST on June 27, 2026.
  • Uruguay's current record is two draws, needing a win for qualification.
  • Spain leads Group H and has yet to concede a goal in the tournament.
  • Uruguay missing key players Araújo and de Arrascaeta.
  • Spain may make tactical changes, including a potential start for Nico Williams.
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Group H reaches its conclusion at Estadio Guadalajara on Saturday morning, with Spain needing just a point to secure top spot and Uruguay knowing that only a win guarantees their place in the round of...

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Spain face Uruguay at Estadio Guadalajara in the early hours of Saturday morning, needing only a draw to seal top spot in Group H and progress to the World Cup round of 32.A win secures first place ou...

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Uruguay face Spain at Estadio Guadalajara in the early hours of Saturday morning in a match they must win to guarantee their place in the World Cup round of 32.Two draws have left Marcelo Bielsa’s s...

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