Zapopan, June 27 -- Uruguay were eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 at the group stage after Alex Baena's late first-half goal (42nd minute) helped Spain secure top spot in Group H.

Spain will now face the runners-up from Group J in the Round of 32 in Los Angeles on July 2. This is Spain's first victory against Uruguay at the FIFA World Cup. The prior two games ended in a draw. La Roja's Alex Baena was named Player of the Match.

According to OptaJose X's handle, it is the first time in the history of the World Cup that Spain completed the group stage of the same edition without conceding goals.

It was a disappointing end for Marcelo Bielsa's side, who were forced into a change at half-time after goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's error...