Spain vs Uruguay
Spain vs Uruguay preview
Spain vs Uruguay is one of the most evenly matched fixtures in Group E. Spain (FIFA #3) face Uruguay (#11) on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. With both sides ranked within 8 places of each other, the result is genuinely up for grabs.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (capacity 75,000) is the retractable-roof home of the Atlanta Falcons (NFL), Atlanta United (MLS). It sits 320m above sea level in Atlanta. June/July temperatures in Atlanta average a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C, with notable rainfall — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Spain have appeared at 16 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: R16, R16, R16, Champions, QF). Uruguay have appeared at 14 World Cups (last five: Group, QF, R16, QF, 4th). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Spain vs Uruguay — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Spain | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #3 | #11 |
| Confederation | UEFA | CONMEBOL |
| WC appearances | 16 | 14 |
| Best WC finish | Champions (2010) | Champions (1930, 1950) |
| Last 5 WCs | R16, R16, R16, Champions, QF | Group, QF, R16, QF, 4th |
| Captain | Álvaro Morata | Federico Valverde |
| Manager | Luis de la Fuente | Marcelo Bielsa |
| Players to watch | Lamine Yamal, Rodri, Pedri | Federico Valverde, Darwin Núñez, Ronald Araújo |
Get live Spain vs Uruguay data
// Fetch live data for Spain vs Uruguay
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-13',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Spain vs Uruguay at the 2026 World Cup?
Spain vs Uruguay is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, kicking off at Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:00:00 UTC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta.
What stage is Spain vs Uruguay?
Spain vs Uruguay is a Group Stage fixture in Group E at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Spain vs Uruguay?
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (capacity 75,000, opened 2017, retractable roof, natural grass (laid over turf)) in Atlanta hosts Spain vs Uruguay.
Who is favoured to win Spain vs Uruguay?
Spain go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #3, with Uruguay ranked #11. Spain's best World Cup finish is Champions (2010); Uruguay's is Champions (1930, 1950). Live odds for Spain vs Uruguay are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Spain vs Uruguay?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Spain vs Uruguay in my timezone?
Spain vs Uruguay kicks off at Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Spain vs Uruguay stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-13) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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