The crucial Uruguay vs Spain match is scheduled for the last round of Group H of the FIFA World Cup 2026, to be held at Estadio Akron (Guadalajara, Mexico) on Friday evening. Spain lead the points table with four points, while second-placed Uruguay have two.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Uruguay and Spain
Uruguay
Two-time World Cup winners Uruguay are under pressure, as they must beat Spain to secure their smooth qualification for the Round of 32. Even a draw can put them in danger of the early group stage elimination despite finishing in the third place. Here’s Uruguay FIFA World Cup Records and Stats
Spain
Although Spain started the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a disappointing draw despite dominating against the tournament debutant Cape Verde, they thrashed Saudi Arabia by 4-0. However, the latest Euro champions need to avoid a defeat to secure their place in the Round of 32. If Uruguay beat them, and Cape Verde beat Saudi Arabia, Spain will need to check their third-place fate. Here’s Spain FIFA World Cup Records and Stats
FIFA World Cup 2026: Uruguay vs Spain Key Match Details
Group: H
Match Date: 26 June 2026 (Indian Date: 27 June 2026)
Match Starting Time: 18:00 Local Time (Indian Starting Time: 05:30)
Venue: Estadio Akron, Guadalajara, Mexico
Uruguay vs Spain: Head-to-Head
Stats | Overall | World Cup |
Played | 10 | 2 |
Uruguay Won | 0 | 0 |
Spain Won | 5 | 2 |
Drawn | 5 | 0 |
Uruguay vs Spain: Recent Forms
Uruguay Form in 2026
Two-time champions Uruguay are still waiting for their first win in 2026, as they have recorded four out of four draws. Last year, they started with a three-match winless streak (two losses and one draw) before recording a six-match unbeaten streak (four wins and two draws) and ending with a defeat.
Spain Form in 2026
Spain suffered their last defeat in March 2024, as they are running in a dream form. In 2026, they have recorded three wins and three draws.
Uruguay vs Spain: Predicted Lineups
Uruguay Line-up (4-4-2)
Goalkeeper: Fernando Muslera
Defenders: Guillermo Varela, Sebastián Cáceres, Mathías Olivera, Juan Sanabria
Midfielders: Federico Valverde, Manuel Ugarte, Rodrigo Bentancur, Maxi Araújo
Forwards: Federico Viñas, Agustín Canobbio
Spain Line-up (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Unai Simón
Defenders: Marcos Llorente, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella
Midfielders: Fabián Ruiz, Rodri, Pedri
Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres, Nico Williams
