Read our prediction for Uruguay vs Spain below. This preview was written by a sport journalist who is specialised in betting tips and predictions.
Uruguay vs Spain Prediction & Betting tips
Spain and Uruguay will face off in the final group stage match (Group H) of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in a match scheduled for Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Estadio Akron in Guadalajara. The match is a decisive one for both teams in terms of qualification for the round of 32. Spain leads the group, while Uruguay is in desperate need of points after a hesitant start.
Uruguay:
Marcelo Bielsa’s team have drawn two consecutive matches: 1-1 with Saudi Arabia and 2-2 with Cape Verde. Only a win will ensure their direct qualification without depending on the other match.
Uruguay (4-3-3): Muslera; Varela, Cáceres, Giménez, Sanabria; Valverde, Ugarte, Bentancur; Canobbio, Núñez, M. Araújo.
Forward Darwin Núñez is expected to return as a starter in the forward positions. Ronald Araujo remains unavailable due to injury.
Spain:
They started with a surprising 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, but then made a spectacular comeback to beat Saudi Arabia 4-0. A single point guarantees the Spanish top spot in the group.
Spain (4-3-3): Simón; Porro, Cubarsí, Laporte, Cucurella; Olmo, Rodri, Pedri; Williams, Oyarzabal, Yamal.
Youngster Lamine Yamal is fully fit and will start the match. Striker Mikel Oyarzabal is in excellent form after the double success against Saudi Arabia.
Uruguay vs Spain head to head matches
17.06.13 CC Spain vs Uruguay 2:1
06.02.13 FI Spain vs Uruguay 3:1
17.08.05 FI Spain vs Uruguay 2:0
18.01.95 FI Spain vs Uruguay 2:2
04.09.91 FI Spain vs Uruguay 2:1
* Our advice is: UNDER 2.5 GOALS
* Selection odd for this bet is: 1.75
* This analyis is from our perspective and we highly recommend to inform also yourself about all details that can be decisive in your choise to bet!
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