Spain defeats Uruguay to top Group H in World Cup

In a Group H match held at Estadio Akron in Mexico, Spain secured a 1-0 victory over Uruguay. The decisive goal was scored in the 41st minute by Alex Baena, following an error by Uruguay’s goalkeeper Fernando Muslera. Marcelo Bielsa replaced Muslera at halftime, opting for a tactical change. Spain controlled much of the game, with Ferran Torres hitting the crossbar in the 84th minute. Uruguay, which entered the match needing a win to stay in the tournament, was unable to convert several opportunities created by Darwin Nunez and Rodrigo Bentancur earlier in the game. In stoppage time, Agustin Canobbio was sent off for a foul on Pau Cubarsi. This result confirms Spain's top position in the group and their advancement to the round of 32.