Uruguay Eliminated from World Cup After 1‑0 Defeat to Spain

Uruguay suffered a 1‑0 defeat to Spain in the group stage, finishing with only two points. The loss sealed the two‑time World Cup champions’ early exit from the tournament.

Critics pointed to defensive lapses and a failure to convert scoring chances as key issues. Uruguay’s disappointment underscores their inability to secure a spot in the expanded 32‑team knockout phase.