World Cup 2026: Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay – Featuring Ex-Serie A Stars

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The 2026 World Cup will see a matchup between Saudi Arabia and Uruguay in Miami tonight. Both teams are aiming for a crucial victory, especially after the surprising draw between tournament favorites Spain and debutants Cape Verde earlier today. A win for either side could see them top Group H.

Saudi Arabia’s squad includes one player with a Serie A background: right-back Saud Abdulhamid, who previously played for Roma.

Uruguay boasts more players with experience in Italy’s top flight. Defender Mathías Olivera is currently with Napoli, and Rodrigo Bentancur, Matias Vina, and Fernando Muslera have also played in Serie A.

World Cup 2026 – Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay Lineups

Saudi Arabia: Alowais; Alamri, Altambakti, Alharbi, Abu Alshamat, Abdulhamid; Ajuwayr, Alkhaibari, Kanno; Albrikan, Al Dawsari

Uruguay: Fernando Muslera; Caceres, Valera, Olivera, Vina; Ugarte, Bentancur, Valverde, Araujo; Nunez, Vinas

Clive Thornscroft
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