Group H · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇺🇾 Uruguay at World Cup 2026
Uruguay enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group H alongside Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group H
Confederation
CONMEBOL
World Cups
14
Best result
Champion (1930, 1950)
Host nation
No
Uruguay group-stage fixtures
Uruguay plays three group-stage matches in Group H. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Jun 15 | 18:00 ET | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia vs 🇺🇾 Uruguay | Group H | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
| 37 | Jun 21 | 18:00 ET | 🇺🇾 Uruguay vs 🇨🇻 Cape Verde | Group H | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
| 66 | Jun 26 | 20:00 ET | 🇺🇾 Uruguay vs 🇪🇸 Spain | Group H | Estadio Akron, Guadalajara |
Group H opponents
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Uruguay at the 2026 World Cup
Uruguay es bicampeón del mundo y organizador del primer Mundial en 1930. "La Celeste", con apenas 3,5 millones de habitantes, es el país más pequeño en haber ganado la Copa del Mundo. Con Darwin Núñez y sus compañeros, aspira a un nuevo protagonismo.
In 2026, Uruguay faces Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia in the group stage. The top two teams in Group H qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Uruguay post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Uruguay qualify from Group H?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group H
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group H with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group H
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Uruguay in at the 2026 World Cup?
Uruguay is in Group H with Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia.
When does Uruguay play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Uruguay opens the group stage on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 18:00 ET at hardrock.
How can Uruguay qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group H advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Uruguay can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Uruguay appeared in?
Uruguay has appeared in 14 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Champion (1930, 1950).
What is Uruguay's best World Cup result?
Uruguay's best result is Champion (1930, 1950).
Is Uruguay a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Uruguay qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Uruguay play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Uruguay plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group H opponents: Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.