Spain face Uruguay in their final Group H match knowing a draw will secure top spot and a round-of-32 tie against Austria or Algeria. A loss could mean facing Lionel Messi's Argentina in Miami on July 7.
Team News and Lineup Changes
Manager Luis de la Fuente has made two changes from the 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia. Arsenal's Mikel Merino replaces Dani Olmo in an advanced midfield role, joining captain Rodri and Pedri. At right-back, Marcos Llorente comes in for Tottenham's Pedro Porro.
Nico Williams is not yet ready to start due to injury issues, while new Liverpool signing Victor Munoz remains unavailable. The 4-3-3 formation remains unchanged.
Confirmed Spain XI: Simon; Llorente, Laporte, Cubarsi, Cucurella; Rodri, Pedri, Merino; Yamal, Oyarzabal, Baena
Injured: Munoz
Match Context
Spain opened their tournament with a shock 0-0 draw against debutants Cape Verde, who owed their clean sheet to 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha. They bounced back with a 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring twice and Lamine Yamal opening the scoring on his first tournament start.
Uruguay, two-time champions, will be a tough test. The match kicks off at 1am BST on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Guadalajara Stadium, and will be broadcast live on ITV.
