This Friday (June 26) promises to be one of the standout days of World Cup 2026, with the Group H blockbuster, Uruguay vs Spain, taking place at Estadio Akron in Mexico.
As well as being a clash between two of the most prestigious footballing nations on the globe, both with fervent fanbases, it’s also the final group-stage game for both teams.
However, while Spain stepped up from a disappointing opener, strolling to a 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia, Uruguay have made a sluggish start with back-to-back draws, which leaves them on the verge of elimination.
When is Uruguay vs Spain?
Uruguay World Cup 2026 fixtures
Date | Fixture (local KO time) | Venue | Final Score / Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday, June 15 | Uruguay vs Saudi Arabia (6pm ET) | Hard Rock Stadium (Miami) | 1-1 |
Sunday, June 21 | Uruguay vs Cape Verde (6pm ET) | Hard Rock Stadium (Miami) | 2-2 |
Friday, June 26 | Uruguay vs Spain (6pm CST) | Estadio Akron (Zapopan, Guadalajara) |
Spain World Cup 2026 fixtures
Date | Fixture (kick-off) | Venue | Final Score / Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday, June 15 | Spain vs Cape Verde (12pm ET) | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 0-0 |
Sunday, June 21 | Spain vs Saudi Arabia (12pm ET) | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 4-0 |
Friday, June 26 | Spain vs Uruguay (6pm CST) | Estadio Akron (Zapopan, Guadalajara) |
How to buy Uruguay vs Spain World Cup tickets
Here is the current status of ticket sales:
- Last-Minute Sales Phase: This phase is currently live and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Unlike the lotteries, these are real-time transactions. This is the final window to buy directly from FIFA.
- Official FIFA Resale Marketplace: This is the only authorized platform for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at face value. It will remain open until the end of the tournament.
- Secondary Marketplaces: Fans can also find tickets on platforms like StubHub. These are often the best options for high-demand knockout games, though prices may vary from face value. Always check the T&Cs of the secondary site before purchasing.
Uruguay vs Spain World Cup tickets: How much do they cost?
FIFA has implemented variable pricing for the 2026 tournament. Tickets for the Group Stage started from as low as $60 (for specific Supporter Tiers), while prices for the Final can reach up to $6,730.
Below are the estimated price ranges for the current tournament phases:
Category | Group Stage | Round of 32 - Quarters | Semis & Final |
|---|---|---|---|
Category 1 | $250 - $400 | $600 - $1,200 | $1,500 - $6,730 |
Category 2 | $150 - $280 | $400 - $800 | $1,000 - $4,210 |
Category 3 | $100 - $200 | $200 - $500 | $600 - $2,790 |
Category 4 | $60 - $120 | $150 - $350 | $400 - $2,030 |
Uruguay vs Spain head-to-head record and stats
URULast 2 matches
ESP0
Wins
0
Draws
2
Wins
Goals scored
5- Games over 2.5 goals
- 1/2
- Both teams scored
- 1/2
Injuries and Suspended players
Injuries and Suspensions
- No sidelined players
Injuries and Suspensions
- No sidelined players
Uruguay vs Spain lineups
Starting XI
Substitutes
Manager
- M. Bielsa
- L. de la Fuente
Everything you need to know about Estadio Akron
Estadio Akron, formerly known as the Estadio Omnilife and Estadio Chivas, is a multipurpose stadium in Zapopan, near Guadalajara.
Since opening in 2010, it’s been the home ground of Liga MX side C.D. Guadalajara.
Aside from football, various other sporting and entertainment events have been staged at the Estadio Akron.
The likes of Elton John, Coldplay, The Weeknd and Shakira have all played concerts there and Mexican boxing legend, Canelo Alvarez, fought John Ryder at the stadium in 2023.
For the FIFA World Cup 2026, the Estadio Akron capacity will be 48,000. As well as Uruguay vs Spain, Estadio Akron has staged three other group encounters.
Uruguay vs Spain World Cup prediction
Spanish supporters still fondly reminisce about that astonishing four-year period where they reigned supreme as European champions (2008), added the World Cup to their trophy cabinet (2010) and then defended their European crown (2012).
While Spain have continually proved themselves the cream of the crop on their own continent, claiming the European Championship title three times in the past couple of decades, they have struggled to maintain a similar stranglehold on the global scene.
Amazingly, Spain have only recorded four victories at World Cup tournaments (and not progressed past the Round of 16 stage) since getting their hands on the Jules Rimet trophy in 2010.
They failed to qualify from their group in 2014 and exited in the Round of 16 in both 2018 & 2022.
The red brigade will be keen to rectify matters in North America and they head to the World Cup Finals in fine form. Spain haven’t tasted defeat since losing 1-0 to Colombia in a friendly in London in March 2024, that’s a remarkable run of 32 games unbeaten.
Uruguay have a long and illustrious World Cup history too. They staged and won the first ever tournament in 1930 and would reign supreme for a second time 20 years later when the event returned to South America (Brazil 1950).
Under experienced club and national team coach, Marcelo Bielsa, Uruguay had hoped for a deep run in North America. They disappointingly bowed out after the group phase in Qatar 2022 and they are desperately trying to avoid consecutive early exits for the first ever time.
Although Uruguay and Spain haven’t played each other since 2013, this will be the eleventh meeting between the sides. The South Americans are yet to register a victory having drawn 5 and lost 5. Both previous World Cup encounters, in 1950 and 1990, finished tied.