Knockout spots at the FIFA World Cup are filling up quickly, but Group H remains wide open with all teams still in contention. We'll see Spain play Uruguay and Saudi Arabia play Cabo Verde in the final games today, and the winners of both games stand a good chance to qualify.

Spain are the most comfortable of the lot, having secured four points from their two games and needing just a draw to ensure automatic qualification. For Uruguay, this is a must-win game. A draw will leave them to an anxious wait for results elsewhere, whereas a loss will most certainly eliminate them.

With so much to play for, this battle between these two fiery teams promises a fascinating encounter. Here's how you can catch all the action live using a streaming subscription or a VPN.

When Is the Uruguay vs Spain World Cup Match?

The Uruguay vs Spain game kicks off at 8:00 p.m. ET on June 26 at Estadio Guadalajara in Mexico.

Spain had a frustrating start to the tournament, being held to a goalless draw by debutants Cabo Verde. In their second game, they bounced back emphatically, winning 4-0 against Saudi Arabia. The biggest takeaway from that game was teen superstar Lamine Yamal's fitness, an impressive recovery after his hamstring injury in April. Luis de la Fuente was able to start Yamal, and he ended up scoring his first World Cup goal in just the 10th minute of the game. Spain were relentless from that point on, showcasing why they are heavily favored to lift the trophy on July 19.

Uruguay, meanwhile, have yet to put up a performance that matches their reputation. The two-time champions have managed only two draws so far, and they will need to improve their playmaking and finishing to stand any chance of beating a highly attacking Spain side.

How to Stream Uruguay vs Spain Live in the US

You can watch today's match live on Fox or Telemundo. If you don't have cable and you're in the US, you can watch with a sports streaming subscription, such as DirecTV, Fox One, Fubo, Peacock, Sling, YouTube TV, and more. If you don't have a live TV or streaming service, you may be able to watch the game with a free trial:

How to Watch Uruguay vs Spain Online for Free

The Uruguay vs Spain match will air live for free across the globe on several streaming platforms, including:

These platforms are geo-locked to their respective countries, so to watch for free from the US or elsewhere, you'll need a virtual private network (VPN). For the Uruguay vs Spain World Cup match, we recommend ExpressVPN, our top pick for location spoofing. ExpressVPN has servers across the globe, making it easy to mask your actual location, so you can access region-locked content. Plus, this year, ExpressVPN is also an official supporter of the FIFA World Cup.

Here's how you can access the Uruguay vs Spain match with a VPN using BBC iPlayer as an example:

  1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN).
  2. Download the VPN app on your computer, phone, or preferred device.
  3. Connect to a server in the UK.
  4. Visit BBC iPlayer or ITV to start streaming.

Usually, the top VPNs that let you connect to servers in other countries aren't free. But if you already have a VPN subscription or qualify for a free trial, you may be able to use one to watch the FIFA World Cup match between Uruguay and Spain at no additional cost.

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule and Key Dates

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 and will be co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. This year, the tournament has expanded to 48 participating nations for a total of 104 games.

  • June 11 to June 27: Group stage. Each team plays three other teams in their group once. The top two teams from all 12 groups qualify for the knockout stages automatically. Eight of the best third-place teams will also make the cut.
  • June 28: The knockout stage begins with the first-ever Round of 32 at a FIFA World Cup. The eventual champion will have to win five consecutive knockout games, instead of the former four.
  • July 14 and July 15: Semi-finals.
  • July 18: Third-place playoff.
  • July 19: Final.

We'll be following the World Cup for the next month, so stay tuned for more streaming advice.

Source: PCMag.com