Their Group at World Cup 2026
Uruguay: World Cup 2026 Fixtures
If Uruguay finish in the top two of Group H, or qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams, their Round of 32 match takes place between 28 June and 4 July 2026 at a venue determined by their group finishing position.
Uruguay at World Cup 2026: Tournament Profile
Tournament Outlook
Uruguay carry 96 years of weight on their shoulders, two World Cup titles and a soccer culture that treats the tournament as national identity rather than sporting event. La Celeste are Group H's second-place certainty ahead of Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde, and their genuine tournament experience in knockout rounds makes them a dangerous last-16 opponent for whoever crosses their path.
Players to Watch
- Federico Valverde: relentless, intelligent Real Madrid midfielder capable of winning games single-handedly.
- Darwin Núñez: power and pace in attack that no group-stage opponent will relish facing.
Path to the Final
Lock up second in Group H and Uruguay's knockout experience makes any draw feel uncomfortable for the opposition.
World Cup History
Uruguay make their 15th World Cup appearance as two-time champions, winners of the inaugural 1930 tournament and again in 1950.
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- Is Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup?
- Yes. Uruguay qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 and are placed in Group H alongside Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Cape Verde. Their first match is on Mon, June 15, 2026.
- What group is Uruguay in at World Cup 2026?
- Uruguay are in Group H at FIFA World Cup 2026. Their group also contains Spain (FIFA #1), Saudi Arabia (FIFA #58), Cape Verde (FIFA #70).
- When does Uruguay play at World Cup 2026?
- Uruguay play three group-stage matches: Matchday 1: Mon, June 15, 2026 vs Saudi Arabia at Hard Rock · Miami. Matchday 2: Sun, June 21, 2026 vs Cape Verde at Hard Rock · Miami. Matchday 3: Sat, June 27, 2026 vs Spain at Akron · Guadalajara. All times are UTC.
- What are Uruguay's World Cup 2026 fixtures?
- Uruguay's group-stage fixtures are: Matchday 1: Mon, June 15, 2026 vs Saudi Arabia at Hard Rock · Miami. Matchday 2: Sun, June 21, 2026 vs Cape Verde at Hard Rock · Miami. Matchday 3: Sat, June 27, 2026 vs Spain at Akron · Guadalajara. Uruguay must finish in the top two of Group H to automatically advance to the Round of 32.
- How many times has Uruguay been to the World Cup?
- Uruguay are appearing at the World Cup for the 15th time in 2026. Their best World Cup result is: Champions (1930, 1950).