Cape Verde take World Cup fairytale to knockout stage as Spain end Uruguay's run

Summary

Cape Verde set up a historic showdown with reigning champions Argentina in the knockout rounds after drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia on Friday to extend their fairytale journey at the 2026 World Cup. Uruguay crashed out after goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's costly error handed Spain a 1-0 victory in Guadalajara, sending the European champions through as Group H winners.