World Cup 2026: Uruguay held to draw by Saudi Arabia on day of surprises
Summary
Saudi Arabia and Uruguay played to a 1-1 tie in their first match of the 2026 World Cup in Miami. Both teams made mistakes that led to goals, and the draw leaves their group closely matched along with Spain and Cape Verde.Key Facts
- The match took place in Miami Gardens, Florida, on June 15, 2026.
- Saudi Arabia scored first when Uruguay’s goalkeeper made a mistake during a set-piece.
- Uruguay equalized after Saudi Arabia’s goalkeeper also made an error, allowing a goal.
- The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
- Uruguay has won the World Cup twice in the past.
- Cape Verde, playing in the World Cup for the first time, previously held Spain to a 0-0 draw.
- Both Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde are in Group H with Uruguay and Spain.
- The results make Group H very competitive after the first matches.
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