Preview: Uruguay vs Cape Verde prediction, odds, where to watch, time | FIFA World Cup 2026

The Sky Blues will take on the Blue Sharks in Group H

The two-time World Champions, Uruguay, will take on Cape Verde in their second group match in Group H in the FIFA World Cup. As the race for the knockout stage is heating up, both sides will be eager to get a good result and position themselves well in the points table. Bielsa’s side got a point against Saudi Arabia, despite being a much better-performing team. On the other hand, debutants Cape Verde shocked the world by getting a point against the mighty Spain.

Despite having a better team, the South American side can’t afford to take Cape Verde lightly at all. Bielsa have a tough task ahead of him, and he will have to make sure that his team take all three points from this fixture. Uruguay fans will expect a better performance from their side after an awful performance against Saudi Arabia.

Bubista was very proud of his players after the match against La Roja, and he showed that his team can stop any other top team as well. After that top-notch performance, they will be full of confidence and will hope to get another crucial point against another top opponent. Their defensive structure against Spain was very disciplined, and they will play a similar structure against Uruguay as well. This will be a key fixture for both sides, and it will be an exciting clash as the stakes are very high.

Kick-Off:

• Location: Miami, USA
• Stadium: Miami Stadium
• Date: Sunday, 21 June
• Kick-Off Time: 06:00 PM (EST) | 11:00 PM (GMT) | 22/06/2026, 03:30 AM (IST)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In Use

Form

Uruguay (in all competitions): D-D-D-L-D

Cape Verde (in all competitions): D-W-W-W-L

Players to Watch

Federico Valverde (Uruguay)

Valverde was surrounded by controversy for the last couple of months due to his fight with his club teammate Tchouameni. But now he is back in action and is fully fit for the World Cup. His performance will be very crucial for his side, as the upcoming fixtures are very important for the team. Overall, he had a decent season and will be confident going into this match. This season, he played 48 matches in which he scored nine goals and provided 12 assists.

Vozinha (Cape Verde)

He was the man of the match in the last game against Spain. Despite being 40 years old, he has done a great job and shown his quality on the pitch. His saves were top-notch, and he made sure to give his all on the pitch. Fans will expect a similar performance from him for this upcoming clash. Uruguay, just like Spain are a quality side, and Vozinha will have a tough night for sure.

Also Read: FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Fixtures, Schedule, Results, Match Timings & Where to Watch

Match Facts

• This will be the first time these two sides face each other in the FIFA World Cup
• This is Cape Verde’s first-ever World Cup
• Both teams earned one point from their opening group fixture.

Uruguay vs Cape Verde: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Uruguay to win this fixture – 5/11 by UNIBET
• Tip 2 – Uruguay to score first
• Tip 3 – Goals scored under 2.5

Injury and Team News

All the players are fully fit to play, and no injury concerns are going into this match for either side.

Head-to-Head

This will be the first time these two sides face in a competitive fixture

Predicted Lineups

Uruguay Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Muslera; Varela, Giménez, R. Araujo, Olivera; Bentancur, Ugarte, Valverde; Pellistri, Núñez, de Arrascaeta

Cape Verde Predicted Lineup (5-4-1):

Vozinha; S. Moreira, R. Lopes, L. Costa, Stopira, W. Pina; G. Rodrigues, J. Monteiro, K. Pina, Telmo Arcanjo; D. Livramento

Match Prediction

Uruguay are a much better side, but Cape Verde are capable of upsetting the mighty South American side. Marcelo Bielsa’s men have to grab points from these fixtures, as the next match will be up against Spain and they will have to position themselves well in the points table before that fixture.

Prediction: Uruguay 1-0 Cape Verde

Telecast Details

India: Unite8 Sports Channels

UK: BBC & ITV

USA: FOX Sports

Nigeria: DStv

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