Spain Beats Uruguay to Top Group H and Advance to World Cup Knockouts

Spain Uruguay World Cup Group H Alex Baena

Spain defeated Uruguay 1‑0 in their Group H match at the FIFA World Cup, with Alex Baena scoring in the 42nd minute to give La Roja the lead. The win placed Spain atop the group with seven points, securing a spot in the round of 16, while Uruguay finished with two points and were eliminated. Uruguay’s Agustín Canobbio received a red card in added time.

Post‑match analysis described Spain’s performance as lackluster, noting missed chances, limited fluidity and concerns about team cohesion heading into the knockout stage.

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