Uruguay will miss star defenders Jose Maria Gimenez and Ronald Araujo for their 2026 World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia due to ankle and muscle injuries.

Uruguay opens its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Saudi Arabia on June 15 at Hard Rock Stadium under coach Marcelo Bielsa amid squad tensions.

Saudi Arabia is putting the finishing touches on its preparations for a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay in Miami.