Uruguay and Cape Verde Islands played to a dramatic 2-2 draw at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Cape Verde struck first through K. Lenini in the 21st minute, but Uruguay equalized before halftime with goals from M. Araujo in the 44th and A. Canobbio in the 45th minute. The visitors leveled again when H. Varela scored in the 61st minute. Despite dominating possession at 65 percent and creating 17 shots, Uruguay managed only two on target, while Cape Verde's clinical finishing proved decisive. Maximiliano Araujo earned player of the match honors with a 7.9 rating. The draw proves costly for Uruguay, who are now eliminated from top-two contention in Group H with two points. Cape Verde, meanwhile, has secured qualification with three points, a stunning achievement against the more favored opponent.