World Cup | 2026-06-27 00:00
Estadio Akron, Zapopan
📊 Match Insights
Spain and Uruguay will clash on Friday as both teams aim to secure a place in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup, competing in Group H.
Currently, Spain leads the group with four points from two matches, while Uruguay sits in second place with two points from their two games in the tournament.
Spain's World Cup campaign began with a disappointing goalless draw against Cape Verde, but they bounced back impressively by defeating Saudi Arabia 4-0, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring twice and Lamine Yamal also finding the net.
Under the management of Luis de la Fuente, Spain holds the top position in Group H, two points clear of Uruguay and Cape Verde ahead of the final matchday.
To qualify for the knockout stage as Group H winners, Spain needs a victory over Uruguay. A draw would also suffice for La Roja, provided that Cape Verde does not defeat Saudi Arabia by five goals or more.
If Spain loses to Uruguay, they could still finish second in the group, but that would depend on Cape Verde not winning against Saudi Arabia. However, De la Fuente’s squad will aim for a decisive win in their final group match.
Historically, Spain has faced Uruguay ten times, winning five and drawing five, including two draws in the group stages of the 1950 and 1990 World Cups.
Uruguay has not played against Spain since 2013, when they lost 2-1 in a Confederations Cup group match, and they are currently on a three-match losing streak against La Roja, who have scored 16 goals in their last ten encounters with the South American side.
📈 League Table (Position)
| # | Team | Pts | P | W-D-L | GD | FORM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Spain
|
4 | 2 | 1-1-0 | 4 | W D |
| 2 |
Uruguay
|
2 | 2 | 0-2-0 | 0 | D D |
| 3 |
Cape Verde Islands
|
2 | 2 | 0-2-0 | 0 | D D |
| 4 |
Saudi Arabia
|
1 | 2 | 0-1-1 | -4 | L D |
Chance for playoffs
📉 Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Uruguay
D
D
D
D
L
Spain
W
D
W
D
D
🏥 Injuries & absences
Uruguay
G. de Arrascaeta
- Muscle bruise
R. Araújo
- Muscle bruise
Spain
No reported injuries.
