Spain booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage after earning a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Uruguay in the final Group H fixture. The result ensured Spain finished at the top of the group with an impressive seven points.
The match was decided in the 42nd minute when Marcos Llorente found the back of the net with a well-taken finish. His goal proved enough to separate the two sides in a tightly contested encounter, as Spain maintained their defensive discipline until the final whistle.
Uruguay pushed forward in search of an equalizer during the second half but struggled to break through Spain’s organized defense. Despite creating several attacking opportunities, they were unable to convert their chances into goals.
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In the other Group H match, Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde played out a goalless draw. Both teams battled for all three points, but neither side managed to score during the 90 minutes, resulting in a 0-0 finish.
The final Group H standings saw Spain claim first place with seven points, while Cape Verde secured second place with three points to qualify for the knockout rounds. Uruguay finished third with two points, narrowly missing out on qualification.
Saudi Arabia ended the group stage in fourth place with two points. Although they remained unbeaten in some matches, they were eliminated due to the final standings and goal difference. Spain now heads into the knockout stage with growing confidence, while Cape Verde celebrates a memorable qualification as they prepare for the next phase of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
