World Cup 2026: Spain seal Group H as Cape Verde’s dream run reaches World Cup knockouts
Summary
Spain won Group H in the World Cup 2026 after beating Uruguay 1-0. Cape Verde, a small island nation making its World Cup debut, reached the knockout stage by drawing all three group matches, including a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia.Key Facts
- Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0, with the only goal caused by an error from Uruguay's goalkeeper Fernando Muslera.
- Spain topped Group H and will play Austria or Algeria in the next round in Los Angeles.
- Cape Verde advanced to the knockout stage after three draws, including matches against Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia.
- Cape Verde is the smallest country ever to reach the World Cup knockout round.
- Uruguay, despite being two-time World Cup winners, were eliminated in the group stage.
- Cape Verde will face defending champions Argentina in Miami on July 3.
- Spain remains unbeaten in 34 competitive games and have not conceded a goal in this World Cup so far.
- Some Uruguay players reportedly disagreed with coach Marcelo Bielsa’s tactics during the tournament.
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