Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay Projected Lineups, Starting 11 for World Cup 2026 Group H Game in Miami Gardens
Uruguay are without several defenders as Marcelo Bielsa’s rebuild begins against a Saudi Arabia side seeking to repeat its 2022 World Cup upset.
- On Monday, June 15, 2026, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaigns at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, in a pivotal Group H match.
- Saudi Arabia enters the tournament under new head coach Georgios Donis, appointed in April after managerial upheaval, while Uruguay arrived late Sunday after administrative paperwork issues at Cancun airport delayed their original flight.
- Uruguay faces defensive absences with captain José María Giménez and Ronald Araújo ruled out due to injury, while Saudi Arabia relies on 34-year-old playmaker Salem Al-Dawsari, who has 27 goals in 110 caps.
- Emphasizing tactical readiness, head coach Georgios Donis stated his players are prepared to play with "confidence" and press opponents, while Marcelo Bielsa maintains his trademark high-intensity style.
- Saudi Arabia seeks to recreate their 2022 upset victory over Argentina, while Uruguay aims to bounce back from a disappointing group-stage exit four years ago, with both teams needing critical points in Group H.
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In Group H of the 2026 World Cup, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay meet at 0am (live ServusTV).
Historic World Cup match between Uruguay and Saudi Arabia underway at Miami Stadium - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
It’s a historic day in South Florida as Miami Stadium hosts a World Cup match for the first time. When the teams for Saudi Arabia and Uruguay hit the pitch at 6 p.m. on Monday evening, it marked the first World Cup match to ever be played on the field at the transformed stadium. On a day that has been years in the making, fans from all over South Florida made their way toward Miami Gardens to witness the beautiful game in a way they never have b…
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