On June 15, 2026, Uruguay faced Saudi Arabia for their first match at the 2026 World Cup.

A documentation snag had stranded the two-time champion outside of Cancun a day before their World Cup opener.

Uruguay's flight from ⁠Mexico to Miami for their World Cup ​opener was delayed by several hours on Sunday ‌due to an airline ‌error, FIFA said. Uruguay, who are ⁠based in ⁠Playa del Carmen, are scheduled to play Saudi ​Arabia in Group H on Monday.

Cape Verde may be the feel-good story of the tournament, but Marcelo Bielsa's side will undoubtedly arrive sharp and focused with intent on spoiling the party. After a week as the tournament’s leading feel-good story, Cape Verde are back in action today ...

The second round of World Cup group stage action is now in full swing and there are some entertaining matchups on tap Saturday.

Complications with Uruguay’s flight to the United States for their World Cup opener mean they will not arrive in the country until around 24 hours before the game — and the Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) has blamed FIFA for the issues.

Cabo Verde once again finds itself facing a World Cup behemoth on Sunday, taking on two-time winners Uruguay in its second group stage match after stunning Spain last time out. The African minnows pulled off an all-time World Cup upset by holding the ...

For many Uruguayans living in South Florida, the match represents an opportunity to celebrate their heritage, share traditions with younger generations, and support a team that has long been a source of national pride.

By Rohith Nair MIAMI, June 20 (Reuters) - Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa said the hydration breaks introduced in each half of matches at the World Cup add nothing to football while destroying the sport's cultural essence.