Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay
Saudi Arabia led for most of the night and were minutes from a famous win, before Uruguay grabbed a late equalizer to make it 1-1.
How the match went
A crowd of 62,764 packed Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens for this Group H opener.
Uruguay came in as the stronger side on paper, but it was Saudi Arabia who settled faster.
Al-Amri headed Saudi Arabia in front in the 41st minute, and they took a deserved 1-0 lead into half-time.
After the break Uruguay pushed harder and harder, looking for a way back into the game.
Saudi Arabia stayed brave and defended their lead for a long time.
Then, with 10 minutes left, M. Araujo struck in the 80th minute to make it 1-1 for Uruguay.
Saudi Arabia could not quite hold on, and the late goal took the win away from them.
A point each felt tough on Saudi Arabia, who had led for so much of the game.
Key moments
- ⚽ 41' Al-Amri (Saudi Arabia)
- ⚽ 80' M. Araújo (Uruguay)
Match highlights
Watch on YouTube- Date
- Monday, June 15
- Kickoff Time
- 18:00 (New York time)
- Stage
- Group stage, Group H
- Attendance
- 62,764
- Referee
- Maurizio Mariani (Italy)
What’s next for Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia play Spain on June 21 in Group H.
Spain just drew 0-0 with Cape Verde, so this is a chance for Saudi Arabia to push for more points.
What’s next for Uruguay?
Uruguay play Cape Verde on June 21 in Group H.
Cape Verde just held Spain to a 0-0 draw, so Uruguay will know it is no easy game.
Common questions
When and where was Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay played?
The game was played on June 15, 2026 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The crowd was 62,764. It was a Group H match.
What was the final score?
The game finished 1-1. Saudi Arabia led 1-0 at half-time before Uruguay equalized late on.
Who scored?
Al-Amri scored for Saudi Arabia in the 41st minute. M. Araujo scored for Uruguay in the 80th minute.
Who does Saudi Arabia play next?
Saudi Arabia play Spain on June 21 in Group H. Spain just drew 0-0 with Cape Verde.
Who does Uruguay play next?
Uruguay play Cape Verde on June 21 in Group H. Cape Verde just held Spain to a 0-0 draw in their first game.