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Spain vs Uruguay — FIFA World Cup 2026
Spain
ESP
VS
Uruguay
URU
June 13, 2026
19:00 ET
AT&T Stadium, Dallas, USA
Capacity: 80,000
Spain arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 16 previous appearances, their best result being Winners (2010). Uruguay have 14 appearances on football's biggest stage, with a best finish of Winners (1930, 1950). Both sides qualified via UEFA Group B winners and CONMEBOL automatic qualification respectively. This is a rare inter-confederation clash: Spain of Union of European Football Associations against Uruguay of South American Football Confederation. Nations from different confederations meet infrequently outside World Cup tournaments.
Expected Lineups & Formation
Projected starting XIs, tactical shapes, and squad depth for Spain vs Uruguay.
Tactical Formation Diagram
Hover or tap an expected starter to open the full player profile and compare both tactical systems.
Spain 4-3-3 4-3-3 Uruguay
23 Unai Simón 
2 Dani Carvajal 
4 Robin Le Normand 
14 Aymeric Laporte 
3 Marc Cucurella 
6 Rodri 
8 Pedri 
10 Dani Olmo 
7 Lamine Yamal 
9 Álvaro Morata 
11 Nico Williams 
1 Sergio Rochet 
4 Ronald Araújo 
3 Diego Godín 
2 Nahitan Nández 
16 Mathías Olivera 
5 Manuel Ugarte 
6 Rodrigo Bentancur 
8 Nicolás De La Cruz 
10 Federico Valverde 
9 Luis Suárez 
11 Darwin Núñez Spain (4-3-3)
Uruguay (4-3-3)
Spain
4-3-3 · Coach: Luis de la Fuente · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
Uruguay
4-3-3 · Coach: Marcelo Bielsa · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
Spain vs Uruguay — Historic Context & Meeting Record
World Cup pedigree, confederation background, and what this fixture means for both nations.
Spain lead the all-time series 5-5-0 across 10 senior international meetings.
| Date | Competition | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Jul 1950 | FIFA World Cup | São Paulo, Brazil | Spain 2–2 Uruguay |
| 23 Jun 1966 | Friendly | La Coruña, Spain | Spain 1–1 Uruguay |
| 23 May 1972 | Friendly | Madrid, Spain | Spain 2–0 Uruguay |
| 24 May 1978 | Friendly | Montevideo, Uruguay | Uruguay 0–0 Spain |
| 13 Jun 1990 | FIFA World Cup | Udine, Italy | Uruguay 0–0 Spain |
| 4 Sept 1991 | Friendly | Oviedo, Spain | Spain 2–1 Uruguay |
| 18 Jan 1995 | Friendly | La Coruña, Spain | Spain 2–2 Uruguay |
| 17 Aug 2005 | Friendly | Gijón, Spain | Spain 2–0 Uruguay |
| 6 Feb 2013 | Friendly | Doha, Qatar | Spain 3–1 Uruguay |
| 16 Jun 2013 | Confederations Cup | Recife, Brazil | Spain 2–1 Uruguay |
Spain
ConfederationUnion of European Football Associations
World Cup Apps16
Best ResultWinners (2010)
QualificationUEFA Group B winners
Uruguay
ConfederationSouth American Football Confederation
World Cup Apps14
Best ResultWinners (1930, 1950)
QualificationCONMEBOL automatic qualification
📍 Venue Fact Sheet — AT&T Stadium
Opened2009
SurfaceHellas Matrix Turf
Capacity80,000
ArchitectHKS, Inc.
WC 2026 Matches6
Notable EventsNCAA Cotton Bowl Classic, Copa América matches
Notable Matches at This Venue
| Year | Competition | Teams | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Super Bowl XLV | Green Bay Packers vs Pittsburgh Steelers | Green Bay 31–25 Pittsburgh |
| 2016 | Copa América Centenario | Multiple group stage matches | TBC |
| 2026 | FIFA World Cup | 6 matches scheduled | TBC |
Team Form & Recent Outings
How Spain and Uruguay arrive at the World Cup based on their last five competitive fixtures.
Spain
WWDWD
3W 2D 0L · 13 GF · 2 GA · 4 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
D 0-0
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Egypt (H)
W 3-0
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Serbia (H)
D 2-2
18 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Türkiye (H)
W 4-0
15 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Georgia (A)
W 4-0
14 Oct 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Bulgaria (H)
Uruguay
WDLDD
1W 3D 1L · 4 GF · 7 GA · 2 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
D 0-0
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Algeria (N)
D 1-1
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs England (A)
L 1-5
18 Nov 2025 · Friendly · vs United States (A)
D 0-0
15 Nov 2025 · Friendly · vs Mexico (A)
W 2-1
13 Oct 2025 · Friendly · vs Uzbekistan (N)
Key Players to Watch
Six individuals who could decide the outcome of Spain vs Uruguay at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Spain
Player to Watch
Álvaro Morata
89 caps · 4 goals
Captain — 87 caps of experience
A mainstay of the Spain national team with over 23 caps, Álvaro Morata brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Mikel Oyarzabal
25 caps · 10 goals
Aerial duel winner — 68% success rate
Mikel Oyarzabal has been instrumental in Spain's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Dani Olmo
37 caps · 27 goals
Top scorer in qualifying campaign
Dani Olmo has been instrumental in Spain's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Uruguay
Player to Watch
Luis Suárez
63 caps · 33 goals
Set-piece specialist — 8 direct free-kick goals
Luis Suárez is enjoying a career-best season at Inter Miami, translating club form into international impact. Marcelo Bielsa relies heavily on their creativity in the final third to maintain Uruguay's competitive edge.
Darwin Núñez
76 caps · 1 goals
Most carries into opposition box
Darwin Núñez has been instrumental in Uruguay's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Agustín Canobbio
38 caps · 13 goals
Key press trigger in high block system
A mainstay of the Uruguay national team with over 26 caps, Agustín Canobbio brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Tactical Analysis
A deep dive into how Luis de la Fuente and Marcelo Bielsa will set their sides up tactically for this FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage clash.
Spain — 4-3-3
System Overview
A balanced system with width from full-backs and a single pivot shielding the back four.
Attacking Patterns
Spain's set-piece threat is significant — they scored 12 goals from corners and free-kicks in qualifying.
Defensive Shape
Spain drops into a mid-block when leading, compressing vertical space between the lines.
Uruguay — 4-3-3
System Overview
A balanced system with width from full-backs and a single pivot shielding the back four.
Attacking Patterns
Spain favours quick transitions within 5 seconds of winning possession — a direct counter-attacking style.
Defensive Shape
Spain drops into a mid-block when leading, compressing vertical space between the lines.
Key Tactical Battle to Watch
The decisive tactical battle will be Spain's three-man defence against Uruguay's wing-back system. If Luis de la Fuente can neutralise Uruguay's primary creator in central zones, Spain should control the tempo.
Match Prediction & AI Forecast
Data-driven outlook for Spain vs Uruguay based on squad depth, recent form, and historical head-to-head trends.
AI Forecast
FavouriteSpain
Confidence72%
Likely Scorelines2-0 · 2-1 · 1-0
Factors for Spain
- Spain possess greater squad depth and European club experience
- Spain's home-continent advantage and familiar climate conditions
Factors for Uruguay
- Uruguay have shown resilience in tight knockout-style fixtures
- Uruguay's compact defensive block could frustrate Spain's build-up
This forecast is generated by an editorial AI model using squad-depth heuristics and confederation strength indices. It is not a betting tip.
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Tickets & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions — Spain vs Uruguay
Who is playing in Spain vs Uruguay at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Spain face Uruguay on June 13, 2026 at AT&T Stadium. The match features Spain's 4-3-3 system under head coach Luis de la Fuente against Uruguay's 4-3-3 shape managed by Marcelo Bielsa.
What time does Spain vs Uruguay kick off?
Kick-off is scheduled for the local match time shown above. Check your local broadcaster for timezone conversion. FIFA recommends arriving at the stadium at least 90 minutes before kick-off.
Where is Spain vs Uruguay being played?
The match takes place at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, USA. The stadium has a capacity of 80,000 spectators.
How to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets for Spain vs Uruguay?
Tickets are available through the official FIFA Ticketing portal at fifa.com/tickets. Categories range from $60 (Category 3) to $450+ (Hospitality). Create a FIFA ID and select your preferred seating tier during the sales phase.
What formation will Spain and Uruguay use?
Spain typically line up in a 4-3-3 formation under Luis de la Fuente, while Uruguay favour a 4-3-3 system with Marcelo Bielsa. Expected lineups are listed in the team sheets above.
Who are the key players to watch in Spain vs Uruguay?
For Spain, watch Unai Simón in attack. For Uruguay, Sergio Rochet leads the line. Both teams rely on experienced midfield engines to control tempo.
What TV channel is broadcasting Spain vs Uruguay?
Broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are held by Fox Sports (USA), TelevisaUnivision (Mexico), TSN (Canada), BBC/ITV (UK), ARD/ZDF (Germany), and beIN Sports (Middle East). Check your local listings for the exact channel in your territory.
Has Spain ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Spain have reached the knockout rounds in multiple tournaments, with their best ever finish being Winners (2010).
Has Uruguay ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Uruguay have reached the knockout rounds in multiple tournaments, with their best ever finish being Winners (1930, 1950).
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