Uruguay 0-1 Spain Stats: Baena Seals Top Spot in Group H and Eliminates Bielsa’s Side
Spain secures top spot in Group H, eliminating Uruguay from the 2026 World Cup.
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📍 How it ended
Spain won Group H after defeating Uruguay 1-0, with Baena scoring the winning goal. Uruguay was eliminated from the World Cup following a blunder by goalkeeper Fernando Muslera.
Cape Verde took second place in the group.
Epilogue added 13d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Uruguay has been eliminated from the tournament. Coverage emphasizes Spain's victory and Uruguay's elimination. The New York Times provides live updates and reaction.
ESPN and Yahoo Sports highlight Fernando Muslera's blunder as a key factor in the match. Opta Analyst focuses on the statistical details of the game. Watch for reactions from Uruguayan fans and the team.
Coverage does not yet specify whether Spain will face Cape Verde in the next round.
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Quick answers
Who won Group H in the 2026 World Cup?
Spain won Group H.
Why was Uruguay eliminated from the 2026 World Cup?
Uruguay was eliminated after losing to Spain.
Who scored the winning goal for Spain?
Coverage does not specify the scorer.
Coverage (4)
- 2026 World Cup: Spain wins Group H thanks to Fernando Muslera's blunder as Cape Verde takes second over Uruguay Yahoo Sports · 24d ago
- Uruguay out of World Cup after keeper blunder against Spain ESPN · 24d ago
- Uruguay eliminated from World Cup 2026 after Spain defeat in Group H: Live updates and reaction The New York Times · 24d ago
- Uruguay 0-1 Spain Stats: Baena Seals Top Spot in Group H and Eliminates Bielsa’s Side Opta Analyst · 24d ago
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