WASHINGTON: Uruguay arrive at Friday’s Group H meeting with Spain in urgent need of a first World Cup win after two draws turned a promising start into a precarious path to the knockout rounds. La Celeste, world champions in 1930 and 1950, have two points from two matches after drawing 1-1 with Saudi Arabia and 2-2 with Cape Verde, results that left Marcelo Bielsa’s side two points behind group leaders Spain.

The Uruguay National Team and Cape Verde National Team meet in the 2026 World Cup. The Group H match is a must-win for a chance at the round of 32.

Uruguay could need a win over Spain next weekend to avoid a second consecutive FIFA World Cup group-stage exit.