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Uruguay crash out of World Cup as Spain avoid Argentina clash

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 Pau Cubarsi and Agustin Canobbio fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H match between Uruguay and Spain at the Guadalajara Stadium in Zapopan on June 26, 2026. (Ulises RUIZ / AFP)

Uruguay bowed out of the World Cup as goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's howler gifted Spain a 1-0 win in Guadalajara to secure top spot in Group H.

Alex Baena's weak shot slipped through Muslera's grasp for the only goal as Spain avoided a last 32 showdown against Argentina.

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