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Spain Favored to Clinch Group H as Uruguay Face Must-Win Match

Securing a draw will lock Spain into the round of 32.

Overview

  • Spain lead Group H on four points and can guarantee top spot with a draw against Uruguay in the final group game.
  • Spain arrive with strong form and confidence, citing a 33-match unbeaten run and a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia as evidence they are hard to beat.
  • Uruguay have drawn their two opening matches and must win to retain realistic knockout hopes rather than rely on finishing among the best third-placed teams.
  • Key team news for the match reports Ronald Araujo and Giorgian de Arrascaeta ruled out for Uruguay and Nico Williams fit again for Spain, which could shape starting lineups.
  • Bookmakers and media previews favour Spain and list kickoff at 1am with coverage on ITV1 and streaming via ITVX, leaving Uruguay to attack and risk exposing space Spain can exploit on the counter.