🇺🇾 Uruguay
Group H
- Coach
- Marcelo Bielsa
- World Cup appearances
- 14
- Best result
- Winners 1930, 1950
- FIFA ranking
- #14
Uruguay enters the 2026 World Cup with a blend of youth and experience under manager Marcelo Bielsa. Known for their high-pressing, aggressive style and defensive solidity, they aim to surpass their round-of-16 exit in 2010. Key strengths include a dynamic attack led by Darwin Nunez and a resilient midfield. Recent form shows competitive performances in qualifiers, making them a potential dark horse.
Matches
News
England Through, Scotland Waits, Cape Verde Stun Uruguay to Make History
England qualify despite defensive injury; Scotland's knockout fate hangs in balance; Cape Verde make history by eliminating Uruguay; Egypt also reach last 32 for first time.
Spain's Pino Out of World Cup 2026 With Broken Collarbone; Raphinha Also Sidelined
Spain winger Yeremy Pino likely out of World Cup with broken collarbone suffered vs Uruguay. Brazil's Raphinha also ruled out. Spain face knockout stage without key attacker.
Spain and Cape Verde Advance as World Cup 2026 Delivers Knockout Drama
Spain advanced as Group H winners with a 1-0 win over Uruguay, while debutants Cape Verde made history by reaching the last-32, highlighting the expanded format's drama.
England Qualify for World Cup 2026 Knockouts as Rice and James Injuries Loom Large
England secured a Round of 32 spot with a game to spare, but injuries to Declan Rice and Reece James cast doubt on their knockout prospects. Tuchel faces tactical dilemmas ahead of the Panama match.
Uruguay Crash Out of World Cup 2026 as Baena Strike and Cape Verde Stunner Seal Early Exit
Uruguay's World Cup campaign ends with 1-0 defeat to Spain, exiting in group stage. Internal dysfunction and coach-player disconnect cited. Cape Verde advances as group winner, marking historic upset.
World Cup 2026: England Reach Last 32 After Uruguay's Exit
England have qualified for the World Cup knockout stages without playing, thanks to Uruguay's defeat to Spain. Thomas Tuchel's side now faces Panama with group top spot at stake.
Cape Verde Shock Uruguay 2-2 in World Cup Thriller, Pina Scores First
Cape Verde battled Uruguay to a 2-2 draw in Miami, with Kevin Pina scoring their first-ever World Cup goal and substitute Hélio Varela equalising in the second half after Uruguay had taken the lead.
Uruguay vs Cape Verde: Bielsa's Press Meets Spain's Conquerors
Cape Verde held Spain to a shock 0-0 draw in their World Cup debut. Now they face Uruguay, who also drew 1-1 with Saudi Arabia. This pivotal match could define Group G as both sides seek knockout berths. Live updates from Miami Stadium.
Jordan World Cup 2026 Guide: Sellami’s 3-4-3 & Group J Fixtures
Jordan makes historic World Cup debut in 2026 after nine failed campaigns. Drawn with Argentina in Group J, Jamal Sellami's 3-4-3 system and Ali Olwan's goals offer hope against the odds.
Norway 2026 World Cup Squad Analysis: Tangvik’s Penalty Secret and Haaland’s Hope
Norway end 28-year World Cup absence as Ståle Solbakken names 26-man squad for 2026 tournament. Key players include Julian Ryerson and Antonio Nusa. Late injury to first-choice keeper Mathias Dyngeland disrupts preparations.