Uruguay vs Spain Live is the Group H finale that could reshape the World Cup bracket entirely — catch kick-off time, live stream options, full squads, match preview, and our final prediction all in one place.
Match Snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Uruguay vs Spain |
| Date | Friday, June 26, 2026 |
| Kick-off (ET) | 8:00 PM ET |
| Kick-off (GMT) | 00:00 GMT (Sat, June 27) |
| Kick-off (BST) | 1:00 AM BST (Sat, June 27) |
| Kick-off (Uruguay Local) | 9:00 PM UYT |
| Kick-off (Spain Local) | 2:00 AM CEST (Sat, June 27) |
| Venue | Estadio Akron, Zapopan, Guadalajara, Mexico |
| Stage | Group H |
How to Watch Uruguay vs Spain Live Stream Online
USA — FOX One / Telemundo
- Visit foxone.com or download the FOX One app on your device.
- Sign in with your cable/satellite provider credentials or subscribe directly.
- Navigate to the FIFA World Cup 2026 section and select Uruguay vs Spain.
- For Spanish-language coverage, open the Peacock app and stream via Telemundo instead.
Canada — TSN+ / CTV App
- Bell Media holds exclusive FIFA World Cup television rights in Canada, broadcasting all 104 matches across TSN and CTV.
- Download the TSN app or visit tsn.ca; subscribe to TSN+ (CA$8/month) to access the match.
- If you prefer to watch online or on mobile, you can also view via Crave through the live CTV channel.
- Select the Uruguay vs Spain broadcast at 8:00 PM ET and press play.
UK — ITVX
- Uruguay vs Spain airs on ITV1 in the UK, with kick-off at 1:00 AM BST on Saturday, June 27.
- Download the ITVX app or visit itv.com/watch and create a free account.
- Navigate to Live TV, select ITV1, and tune in from around 12:30 AM for pre-match coverage.
- ITVX is free with no subscription required — just a registered account.
Australia — SBS On Demand
- SBS holds the Australian rights and airs all 104 matches live and free on SBS, SBS Viceland, and SBS On Demand.
- Download the SBS On Demand app or visit sbs.com.au/ondemand on your browser.
- Create a free SBS account — no paid subscription is needed.
- Find the match at 10:00 AM AEST on Saturday, June 27, and select “Watch Live.”
Uruguay — Disney+ / ESPN
- Open the Disney+ app or visit disneyplus.com on your browser or smart TV.
- Disney+ streams national team matches in parts of South America, including Uruguay, through ESPN.
- Sign in with your Disney+ subscription and navigate to the ESPN hub within the app.
- Select the Uruguay vs Spain live broadcast at 9:00 PM UYT on Friday, June 26.
Spain — RTVE Play / DAZN
- For every Spain group match, tune to La 1 or Teledeporte on match day, or open RTVE Play at rtve.es/play — no payment is needed.
- Create a free RTVE account if prompted, then press play; RTVE Play works on smart TVs, phones, tablets, and browsers.
- For the full tournament, subscribe to DAZN at dazn.com — DAZN distributes a dedicated 24/7 World Cup channel exclusively in Spain, carrying all 104 matches.
- Set an alarm: the Uruguay match kicks off Friday night in Mexico, meaning a 2:00 AM Saturday start in Spain.
Travelling abroad? If you’re outside your home country on match night, a reliable VPN can help you access your domestic streaming service.
Connect to a server in your home country, open your usual broadcaster’s app, and stream as normal. Always review the service’s terms of use before connecting.
Which TV Channels Will Broadcast Uruguay vs Spain?
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Kick-off Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|
| USA | FOX (English) / Telemundo (Spanish) | 8:00 PM ET |
| Canada | TSN / CTV | 8:00 PM ET |
| UK | ITV1 | 1:00 AM BST (Sat, June 27) |
| Australia | SBS / SBS Viceland | 10:00 AM AEST (Sat, June 27) |
| Uruguay | ESPN / Disney+ | 9:00 PM UYT |
| Spain | RTVE La 1 / DAZN | 2:00 AM CEST (Sat, June 27) |
The BBC and ITV in the UK, SBS in Australia, and RTVE in Spain all carry World Cup matches free to air.
In the USA, FOX airs the English-language broadcast on network television, while Telemundo provides full Spanish-language coverage — both platforms require no extra sports subscription for viewers with standard cable or antenna access.
Match Preview
Spain arrive in Guadalajara as heavy Group H favourites, sitting on top of the standings after two convincing performances, while Uruguay need a result to secure their knockout-round spot.
The stakes could not be higher — a Spanish win confirms top place, whereas a Uruguay victory could flip the group entirely.
De la Fuente’s side play a 4-3-3 possession base with an aggressive high press, a style that made them dominant throughout Euro 2024.
Uruguay under Marcelo Bielsa are built around pressing and vertical transitions, meaning both sides will look to win the ball high and transition quickly — the midfield battle between Rodri and Federico Valverde is arguably the marquee individual duel of the match.
Darwin Núñez has not played for Al-Hilal since February, and his fitness and sharpness heading into this match remain the major question mark for Bielsa.
For Spain, De la Fuente confirmed he had “no doubt” key attackers Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, and Mikel Merino would all be available, though all remain subject to fitness assessments ahead of kick-off.
Uruguay Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Sergio Rochet | Internacional |
| 12 | GK | Fernando Muslera | Estudiantes |
| 23 | GK | Santiago Mele | Monterrey |
| 2 | DEF | Guillermo Varela | Flamengo |
| 3 | DEF | Ronald Araújo | Barcelona |
| 4 | DEF | José María Giménez (C) | Atlético Madrid |
| 5 | DEF | Santiago Bueno | Wolverhampton |
| 6 | DEF | Sebastián Cáceres | CF América |
| 16 | DEF | Mathías Olivera | Napoli |
| 17 | DEF | Joaquín Piquerez | Palmeiras |
| 22 | DEF | Matías Viña | Flamengo |
| 7 | MID | Manuel Ugarte | Manchester United |
| 8 | MID | Emiliano Martínez | Palmeiras |
| 9 | MID | Rodrigo Bentancur | Tottenham Hotspur |
| 10 | MID | Federico Valverde | Real Madrid |
| 11 | MID | Agustín Canobbio | Fluminense |
| 13 | MID | Juan Manuel Sanabria | Atlético San Luis |
| 14 | MID | Giorgian De Arrascaeta | Flamengo |
| 15 | MID | Nicolás De La Cruz | Flamengo |
| 18 | MID | Rodrigo Zalazar | SC Braga |
| 19 | MID | Facundo Pellistri | Panathinaikos |
| 20 | MID | Maximiliano Araújo | Sporting CP |
| 21 | MID | Brian Rodríguez | CF América |
| 24 | FWD | Rodrigo Aguirre | Tigres |
| 25 | FWD | Federico Viñas | Real Oviedo |
| 26 | FWD | Darwin Núñez | Al-Hilal |
Key Players to Watch
- Federico Valverde: The heartbeat of Uruguay’s side and one of the most complete midfielders in world football, Valverde brings box-to-box engine, pressing intensity, and late runs into the box that make him uniquely dangerous.
- José María Giménez: The captain leads Uruguay into his fourth World Cup carrying 99 caps of experience, reading the game early and setting the defensive tone from the first whistle.
- Darwin Núñez: The top scorer for Uruguay during World Cup qualification with five goals, Núñez carries the full attacking burden with Suárez and Cavani both absent.
Spain Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Unai Simón | Athletic Club |
| 13 | GK | David Raya | Arsenal |
| 23 | GK | Joan García | Barcelona |
| 2 | DEF | Marc Cucurella | Chelsea |
| 3 | DEF | Alex Grimaldo | Bayer Leverkusen |
| 4 | DEF | Pau Cubarsí | Barcelona |
| 5 | DEF | Aymeric Laporte | Athletic Club |
| 6 | DEF | Marc Pubill | Atlético Madrid |
| 16 | DEF | Eric García | Barcelona |
| 17 | DEF | Marcos Llorente | Atlético Madrid |
| 22 | DEF | Pedro Porro | Tottenham Hotspur |
| 7 | MID | Pedri | Barcelona |
| 8 | MID | Fabián Ruiz | PSG |
| 9 | MID | Martín Zubimendi | Arsenal |
| 10 | MID | Gavi | Barcelona |
| 14 | MID | Rodri (C) | Manchester City |
| 18 | MID | Alex Baena | Atlético Madrid |
| 24 | MID | Mikel Merino | Arsenal |
| 11 | FWD | Mikel Oyarzabal | Real Sociedad |
| 12 | FWD | Dani Olmo | Barcelona |
| 19 | FWD | Nico Williams | Athletic Club |
| 20 | FWD | Yeremy Pino | Crystal Palace |
| 21 | FWD | Ferran Torres | Barcelona |
| 25 | FWD | Borja Iglesias | Celta Vigo |
| 26 | FWD | Víctor Muñoz | Celta Vigo |
| 15 | FWD | Lamine Yamal | Barcelona |
Key Players to Watch
- Lamine Yamal: Yamal will play at a World Cup for the first time having already been a tournament-winner at Euro 2024; his directness and pace on the right wing is Spain’s most unpredictable weapon.
- Rodri: The Ballon d’Or winner controls tempo better than almost anyone in world football, using his ability to screen the defence and dictate play from deep — a fully fit Rodri changes Spain’s ceiling entirely.
- Nico Williams: The Athletic Club winger gives Spain an electric left-sided threat to complement Yamal on the right, and his combination play with Lamine Yamal is the creative heartbeat of De la Fuente’s front line.
Upcoming Match Schedule
Uruguay — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 15, 2026 | Saudi Arabia | Group H, MD1 | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | 6:00 PM ET |
| June 21, 2026 | Cape Verde | Group H, MD2 | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | 6:00 PM ET |
| June 26, 2026 | Spain | Group H, MD3 | Estadio Akron, Guadalajara | 8:00 PM ET |
Spain — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 15, 2026 | Cape Verde | Group H, MD1 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | 12:00 PM ET |
| June 21, 2026 | Saudi Arabia | Group H, MD2 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | 12:00 PM ET |
| June 26, 2026 | Uruguay | Group H, MD3 | Estadio Akron, Guadalajara | 8:00 PM ET |
Uruguay vs Spain Prediction
Spain enter as clear favourites on the back of strong form and a generationally gifted squad, but Uruguay’s Bielsa-coached side have proven throughout qualifying that they can absorb pressure and punish opponents on the counter.
Spain’s 4-3-3 possession base with aggressive high press made them dominant at Euro 2024, and Rodri’s return to fitness gives La Roja a midfield platform that Uruguay will struggle to control for 90 minutes.
That said, Uruguay possess the individual quality in Valverde, Giménez, and Araújo to make this far closer than the odds suggest, and a single set-piece or counter-attack could decide the match.
- Predicted score: Spain 2–1 Uruguay — La Roja take the three points in a tight contest, but football has an eternal habit of rewriting the script.
FAQs
What time does Uruguay vs Spain kick off?
Uruguay vs Spain kicks off at 8:00 PM ET on Friday, June 26, 2026, which is 1:00 AM BST, 2:00 AM CEST, and 9:00 PM UYT. Always check with your local broadcaster to confirm any daylight saving adjustments.
Where can I watch Uruguay vs Spain live in the USA?
All World Cup matches air live across FOX and FS1, with every match streaming live and on demand within both the FOX One and the FOX Sports apps. Spanish-language viewers can stream via Peacock through Telemundo.
What is the head-to-head record between Uruguay and Spain?
The two sides have met on multiple occasions at World Cups and major tournaments, with Spain generally holding the edge in recent encounters — most memorably their group stage clashes in 1950. However, Uruguay have always made these fixtures competitive, and their historical pedigree as two-time world champions commands respect.
Who is the key player to watch in Uruguay vs Spain?
Federico Valverde is Uruguay’s engine across every blade of grass and the single most important figure for La Celeste, while for Spain, Lamine Yamal’s first World Cup appearance will attract the world’s attention on the right wing.
What is the predicted outcome of Uruguay vs Spain?
Spain are favourites given their quality, home continent advantage, and superior recent form under Luis de la Fuente. A 2–1 Spain victory is the likeliest outcome, though Uruguay’s experienced defensive unit and Valverde’s ability to take the game by the scruff of the neck make a draw or even a Uruguay win a genuine possibility.
