LIVE UPDATES: Uruguay vs Cape Verde World Cup 2026 – Follow all the action, goals and celebrations

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The Group H showdown between Uruguay and Cape Verde takes place tonight in Miami as both nations continue their quest for World Cup qualification.

Kick Off

Only three of Cape Verde’s last 14 competitive matches have seen both teams score.

Five of Cape Verde’s last six matches have produced at least one first-half goal.

Uruguay’s last eight World Cup group-stage matches have averaged just 1.5 goals per game.

Only four of Uruguay’s last 13 matches have seen both teams score.

Hot Stats

Cape Verde will assess the condition of winger Jovane Cabral after he was forced off during the draw against Spain.

Uruguay are expected to remain without Ronald Araújo and Giorgian De Arrascaeta due to injury concerns.

Team News

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha was the hero against Spain after producing seven saves and earning Player of the Match honours in a sensational performance.

Interestingly, three of his four international goals have come after the 77th minute.

Maximiliano Araújo could once again prove decisive for Uruguay after scoring their late equaliser against Saudi Arabia.

Key Players to Watch

Uruguay are unbeaten in all five of their previous World Cup matches against African opposition, recording four wins and one draw.

This will be the first-ever meeting between Uruguay and Cape Verde.

Head-to-Head Record

Bubista’s side have now gone four matches unbeaten and head into this contest with growing confidence after keeping clean sheets in their last three outings.

The Blue Sharks stunned the football world by frustrating Spain in a disciplined and fearless display that earned them a historic point in their first-ever World Cup match.

Cape Verde, meanwhile, continue to enjoy a dream tournament debut.

The South Americans are still unbeaten in eight of their last nine World Cup group-stage matches and know that victory here would put them in a strong position to qualify for the Round of 32.

Marcelo Bielsa’s side improved significantly after half-time in that game and eventually rescued a point, but concerns remain over the team’s overall rhythm and consistency following recent mixed results.

Uruguay enter the match under pressure to deliver after being held to a 1-1 draw by Saudi Arabia in their opening fixture.

Match Preview

Stay with us throughout the evening for live updates, major moments, goals and celebrations from Miami Stadium.

Cape Verde captured global attention after holding European champions Spain to a memorable goalless draw in their World Cup debut, while Uruguay were forced to settle for a point against Saudi Arabia after a frustrating opening performance.

Two-time world champions Uruguay take on tournament surprise package Cape Verde in a crucial Group H encounter as both nations continue their push for a place in the knockout rounds.

Welcome to Africasoccer’s live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup clash between Uruguay and Cape Verde in Miami.