Uruguay vs Jamaica
Uruguay vs Jamaica preview
Uruguay vs Jamaica pits Uruguay (FIFA #11) against Jamaica (#56) in Group E on Friday, June 19, 2026 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Uruguay go in as the favoured side on FIFA Ranking alone, but Jamaica have group stage as their World Cup high-water mark.
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 — Uruguay have appeared at 14 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: Group, QF, R16, QF, 4th). Jamaica have appeared at 2 World Cups (last five: DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Uruguay vs Jamaica — 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 | Uruguay | Jamaica |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #11 | #56 |
| Confederation | CONMEBOL | CONCACAF |
| WC appearances | 14 | 2 |
| Best WC finish | Champions (1930, 1950) | Group stage |
| Last 5 WCs | Group, QF, R16, QF, 4th | DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ |
| Captain | Federico Valverde | Andre Blake |
| Manager | Marcelo Bielsa | Steve McClaren |
| Players to watch | Federico Valverde, Darwin Núñez, Ronald Araújo | Leon Bailey, Michail Antonio, Demarai Gray |
Get live Uruguay vs Jamaica data
// Fetch live data for Uruguay vs Jamaica
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-19',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Uruguay vs Jamaica at the 2026 World Cup?
Uruguay vs Jamaica is scheduled for Friday, June 19, 2026, kicking off at Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:00:00 UTC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta.
What stage is Uruguay vs Jamaica?
Uruguay vs Jamaica is a Group Stage fixture in Group E at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Uruguay vs Jamaica?
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (capacity 75,000, opened 2017, retractable roof, natural grass (laid over turf)) in Atlanta hosts Uruguay vs Jamaica.
Who is favoured to win Uruguay vs Jamaica?
Uruguay go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #11, with Jamaica ranked #56. Uruguay's best World Cup finish is Champions (1930, 1950); Jamaica's is Group stage. Live odds for Uruguay vs Jamaica are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Uruguay vs Jamaica?
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 Uruguay vs Jamaica in my timezone?
Uruguay vs Jamaica kicks off at Fri, 19 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 Uruguay vs Jamaica stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-19) 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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