Uruguay vs Cape Verde Prediction & Preview — World Cup 2026 Group H Matchday 2
Uruguay face Cape Verde in Group H matchday 2 at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Uruguay need a win after their opening draw. Preview and prediction for this Group H clash.
Uruguay need a win. Cape Verde need one too. Group H matchday 2 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami is a must-win situation for both sides — with Spain already pulling ahead on 4 points after their 4-0 demolition of Saudi Arabia.
Context
Uruguay are one of South America's most decorated football nations — two-time World Cup winners (1930, 1950), consistently competitive at every tournament. They drew 1-1 with Saudi Arabia in their opener and will be frustrated not to have won a game they should have controlled. A second dropped result would put serious pressure on their qualification hopes.
Cape Verde made Group H headlines in the worst possible way for Spain — holding the Euro 2024 champions to a 0-0 draw on matchday 1 in what was the tournament's biggest opening shock. The Green Sharks are organized, disciplined, and absolutely capable of frustrating opponents who expect an easy win.
What Both Teams Need
- Uruguay need three points to move to 4 and put themselves in strong position ahead of the final matchday vs Spain
- Cape Verde need points too — another draw would keep them alive; a win would be extraordinary
- Saudi Arabia's collapse (4-0 vs Spain) means Uruguay need to accumulate points quickly to stay ahead in the group
Prediction
Uruguay have the quality to win this match when fully motivated. Their squad contains Darwin Núñez (Liverpool), Rodrigo Bentancur (Spurs), and Federico Valverde (Real Madrid) — a top-5 in Europe level squad. Cape Verde's defensive organization is admirable but Uruguay have too much firepower at full intensity.
Predicted result: Uruguay 2-0 Cape Verde
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Group H Picture After Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia
| Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Uruguay | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Cape Verde | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Saudi Arabia | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
Spain are clear at the top. The three teams below are fighting for one guaranteed second-place spot, with a possible third-place advancement as well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Uruguay vs Cape Verde at World Cup 2026?
Uruguay vs Cape Verde plays on June 21, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Group H matchday 2.
What group is Uruguay in at World Cup 2026?
Uruguay are in Group H at World Cup 2026 alongside Spain, Cape Verde, and Saudi Arabia.
What happened in Cape Verde vs Spain at World Cup 2026?
Cape Verde held Spain to a shocking 0-0 draw in their Group H opener on June 15 — one of the biggest results of the group stage.
What is Uruguay's World Cup 2026 record so far?
Uruguay drew 1-1 with Saudi Arabia in their Group H opener on June 15, 2026, leaving them on 1 point heading into the Cape Verde match.
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