Uruguay

Despite being a small nation, Uruguay has consistently punched above its weight thanks to a strong football culture and a reputation for toughness and resilience, often referred to as garra charrúa. In the modern era, they returned to prominence with a semifinal run in 2010 and remain competitive in every tournament they enter.

Legends like Luis Suárez and Edinson Cavani carried the team for over a decade, while a new generation has emerged to keep Uruguay among the world’s elite. Their blend of experience, defensive solidity, and attacking threat makes them perennial contenders.

Group H – 2026 World Cup Overview

• Spain is likely to control games with possession and remains the stylistic benchmark in the group.
• Saudi Arabia is organized and dangerous on the counter, capable of repeating past upsets.
• Cape Verde enters as a fearless debutant with strong defensive structure and upset potential.

Overall outlook:
Spain and Uruguay are the favorites to advance, but this is far from a two-team race. Uruguay, in particular, has the pedigree and tournament mentality to go deep, while the fight for the remaining qualification spots—especially in the expanded format—could be tightly contested. Group H has all the ingredients to be one of the most competitive and unpredictable groups of the 2026 World Cup.