2026 World Cup Group H: Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay Preview, Odds and Predictions (June 15)
- When: Monday, June 15, 2026. 6:00 PM ET
- Where: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, Florida, United States
- How to Watch: FS1
The 2026 World Cup is underway with the second matchup in Group H getting underway in Miami as Saudi Arabia takes on Uruguay. These two squads will likely be in direct competition for a qualifying spot in the group, meaning that there will be pressure on both nations on MD1.
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Saudi Arabia Stats & Team News
Saudi Arabia continues to be active in World Cup participation, making their straight appearance since returning in the 2018 edition. This time, they hope to get of the group stage and advance to the knockouts for the first time since 1994.
Salem Al-Dawsari stands out as the leading goalscorer in the midfielder, racking up 27 goals throughout his career with the national team. Meanwhile, Firas Al-Buraikan, Saleh Al-Shehri and Abdullah Al-Hamdan assist him in the attack within the first 11 or off the bench.
Likely Lineup:
(4-2-3-1) Al Owais (GK); Abdulhamid, Al Tambakti, Al Amri, Al-Harbi; Al-Dawsari, Alkhaibari; Mandash, Al-Juwayr, Al-Dawsari; Al-Buraikan
Uruguay Stats & Team News
Uruguay has been a mainstay in the World Cup throughout recent memory, making their fifth consecutive tournament as 2006 marks their last absence. They enjoyed a solid campaign throughout qualifying but have their own challenges to deal with in the group stage.
The Uruguayans will missing Georgian de Arrascaeta in the midfield, currently recovering from a broken collarbone. As a result, Federico Valverde and Darwin Nunez will handle the scoring duties as the leading stars for the national team.
Likely Lineup:
(4-3-3) Muslera (GK); Vina, Olivera, Caceres, Varela; Ugarte, Bentancur; Araujo, Vinas, Valverde; Nunez
Head-to-Head Stats
- This is the third meeting between Saudi Arabia and Uruguay.
- This will be the second competitive meeting between the nations, the last being in the 2018 World Cup.
Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay World Cup Picks
Uruguay had the upper hand over Saudi Arabia in the last World Cup duel in 2018, seeing Luis Suarez score the winner. This presents a chance for the Saudis to get payback and even the score in competitive matches. Both teams possess balance throughout their respective squads, but it will come down to who creates the better chances. It would be safe to believe that Uruguay takes this one by a 1-0 score.
