🇺🇾 Uruguay vs Spain 🇪🇸
Uruguay 0-1 Spain (full time). The match aired in Spanish in the US free on Telemundo and streamed on Peacock.
Where it aired in Spanish
The match aired in Spanish on Telemundo, free over the air, and streamed on Peacock. Each team's next game airs on the same channels.
The teams
Uruguay reach the 2026 World Cup through CONMEBOL and have been drawn into Group H alongside Spain, Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia. Uruguay are former world champions, with 2 titles, so they arrive among the favourites rather than the underdogs.
Spain reach the 2026 World Cup through UEFA and have been drawn into Group H alongside Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay. Spain are former world champions, with 1 title, so they arrive among the favourites rather than the underdogs. Much of the attention will fall on Lamine Yamal, the team's marquee name.
The venue
The match is played at Estadio Akron in Zapopan (Guadalajara), a 48,071-capacity venue that FIFA refers to as Estadio Guadalajara during the tournament. The nearest major airport is Guadalajara (GDL). FIFA enforces a clear-bag policy at every venue, so plan to travel light and arrive early to get through security.
Estadio Akron →Frequently asked questions
How did Uruguay vs Spain end?+
Uruguay 0-1 Spain (full time).
Where can I watch Uruguay vs Spain in Spanish?+
In Spanish in the US, the match airs free over the air on Telemundo, on Universo on cable, and streams on Peacock. Telemundo is the easiest free option.
What time does Uruguay vs Spain kick off?+
Kickoff is at 6:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET, 9:00 PM ART (Mexico, US Eastern and Argentina times). Check the timezone table above for your exact local time.
Is Uruguay vs Spain free to watch?+
Yes, if it airs on Telemundo over the air you can watch it free with an antenna. Universo (cable) and Peacock (streaming) are paid options that also carry it in Spanish.
What channel is the match on in Spanish?+
Telemundo or Universo on TV, and Peacock for streaming, all with Spanish-language commentary.
Where is Uruguay vs Spain played?+
At Estadio Akron in Zapopan (Guadalajara).
Who is favourite in Uruguay vs Spain?+
Group matches are tight; see the "what to expect" section above for the head-to-head context.
Diego Salcedo is a bilingual football writer based in Houston. He breaks down matches, tactics and the talking points of every World Cup matchday, following South American and European football closely for over a decade.
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