Spain beats Uruguay 1-0 as World Cup group stage concludes

Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 in the final Group H match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, securing the top spot in the group and advancing to the round of 16. Uruguay, needing a win, played without Ronald Araújo and Giorgian De Arrascaeta, while José María Giménez returned to the squad. Spain’s lineup featured Pedri in midfield, with Dani Olmo, Álex Baena and Lamine Yamal driving the attack.

In Santo Domingo, hundreds gathered at the Malecón Deportivo to watch the match on a giant screen as part of a public viewing organized by the municipal government. Mayor Carolina Mejía, Spanish ambassador Lorea Arribalzaga, and local officials attended, and the event included live music, children’s activities and sponsor promotions.