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World Cup 2026 · Group H · FIFA #17
Uruguay
- Group
- H
- FIFA Rank
- #17
- Pot
- 2
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group H · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇪🇸 Spain | #2 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇺🇾 Uruguay | #17 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | #61 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇨🇻 Cape Verde | #69 | 4 |
Uruguay's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 22:00 UTC
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia vs 🇺🇾 Uruguay
Miami Stadium (Hard Rock Stadium)
· Miami Gardens · capacity 65,000 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Saudi Arabia's team page →
Matchday 2 · 22:00 UTC
🇺🇾 Uruguay vs 🇨🇻 Cape Verde
Miami Stadium (Hard Rock Stadium)
· Miami Gardens · capacity 65,000 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Cape Verde's team page →
Matchday 3 · 00:00 UTC (next day)
🇺🇾 Uruguay vs 🇪🇸 Spain
Guadalajara Stadium (Estadio Akron)
· Zapopan · capacity 49,000 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Spain's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 3-4-1-2 in select knockouts
Pivot
Federico Valverde
Attacking focus
Darwin Núñez · Maxi Araújo
Identity
Bielsa's relentless press matched to a Federico Valverde generational midfield
Key players
Federico Valverde
Darwin Núñez
Ronald Araújo
Manuel Ugarte
Uruguay at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1930 | 15 (incl. 2026) | Champion · 2× champion |
How to watch Uruguay
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: Canal 10 · VTV
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Uruguay
Uruguay World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Uruguay play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Uruguay's tournament begins Jun 15, 2026 against Saudi Arabia at Miami Stadium, Miami Gardens (22:00 UTC).
Who is Uruguay's coach at World Cup 2026?
Marcelo Bielsa.
What group is Uruguay in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group H with Spain, Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde.
What is Uruguay's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#17 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 2.
Has Uruguay ever reached a World Cup Champion?
Uruguay's best finish is Champion, reached 2 times. They have appeared at 15 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Uruguay's captain at World Cup 2026?
José María Giménez.
Where can I watch Uruguay's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; Canal 10 · VTV in Uruguay.