Match reportAI
Spain dominated Group H's decisive clash, controlling possession at 67 percent and securing qualification with a narrow 1-0 victory over Uruguay in Zapopan. Alejandro Baena's 42nd-minute goal proved decisive, capitalizing on Spain's superior ball control throughout the match. Uruguay created little danger, registering just one shot on target despite pressing late, while Spain managed two saves to secure the points. The discipline gap widened late, with Uruguay receiving a red card alongside three yellows compared to Spain's single caution. Aymeric Laporte anchored Spain's defensive solidity, earning player-of-the-match honors. The result confirms Spain's passage to the knockout stage and eliminates Uruguay from contention in Group H, ending their campaign on two points.




