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Baena's Goal Seals Uruguay's Shock World Cup Exit
27 Jun
Summary
- Alex Baena's goal secured Spain's win over Uruguay.
- Uruguay's defeat eliminated them from the World Cup.
- Cape Verde secured second place, advancing to face Argentina.
Spain secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Uruguay, with Alex Baena scoring the decisive goal just before halftime. This win propelled Spain into the knockout stages, where they will face Austria or Algeria, avoiding a potential showdown with Argentina.
Uruguay's elimination marks a disappointing end to their World Cup campaign. The defeat allowed Cape Verde, who drew 0-0 with Saudi Arabia, to finish second in the group and earn a spot in the next round, where they are set to play defending champions Argentina.
Reports had emerged of internal discord within the Uruguay camp, with player-coach disputes over tactics reportedly involving key players. Coach Marcelo Bielsa's side, previously tipped as contenders, struggled to find form throughout the tournament.
Spain, now on a 34-game unbeaten streak without conceding a goal in the competition, has yet to fully convince offensively. Manager Luis de la Fuente has key decisions to make before the knockout matches begin on Sunday.
