It’s Saudi Arabia against Uruguay in what is being touted as one of the more straightforward groups at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Uruguay are in Group H along with Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and European champions Spain. It could be the perfect tonic for Marcelo Bielsa’s side, who are without a win since a 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan last October. With Real Madrid’s Federico Valverde, Manchester United’s Manuel Ugarte and Tottenham Hotspur’s Rodrigo Bentancur at their disposal, La Celeste will be hoping to navigate their way into the knockout stages.
Despite this, their opening game against Saudi Arabia is unlikely to be straightforward, and not just because their flight to the US was delayed to allow minimal preparation time. The Green Falcons shocked the world when they beat Argentina in their opening game at the 2022 World Cup, and with the Saudi Pro League continuing to grow in stature, they now possess a squad packed with players experienced in competing at the highest level.
Their main man, Salem Al-Dawsari, remains the heartbeat of the team, while several members of the squad come fresh from continental success with Al-Ahli, who have won back-to-back AFC Champions League titles.
The only time Saudi Arabia has ever advanced beyond the group stage of a World Cup came when the tournament was last held in the United States, back in 1994. So, with the Kingdom set to host the 2034 edition, are the stars aligned for the future hosts to pull off another upset on soccer’s biggest stage?
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay for free from anywhere in FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay for free
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay in USA
American viewers can watch Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay on FS1.
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Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay on Fox One (3-day free trial).
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How to watch Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay free on ITV. Live coverage is available at ITV1 and ITVX.
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How to watch Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay in Australia
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
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How to watch Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay in Canada
In Canada, TSN will broadcast Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay.
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Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay: Match Information
When does Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay start?
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay starts at 11pm BST / 6pm ET Monday 15 June. It is at 8am AEST Tuesday 16 June.
What are the squads for Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay?
Saudi Arabia
Goalkeepers: Mohammed Al-Owais (Al-Ula), Nawaf Al-Aqidi (Al-Nassr), Ahmed Al-Kassar (Al-Qadsiah)
Defenders: Abdulelah Al Amri (Al Nassr), Hassan Tambakti (Al Hilal), Jehad Thikri (Al Qadsiah), Ali Lajami (Al Hilal), Hassan Kadesh (Al Ittihad), Saud Abdulhamid (Lens), Mohammed Abu Al Shamat (Al Qadsiah), Ali Majrashi (Al Ahli), (Al Nawli) Sultan Al-Ghannam (Al Nassr)
Midfielders: Mohammed Kanno (Al Hilal), Abdullah Al Khaibari (Al Nassr), Ziyad Al Johani (Al Ahli), Nasser Al Dawsari (Al Hilal), Musab Al Juwayr (Al Qadsiah), Alaa Al Hajji (Neom), Salem Al Dawsari (Al Hilal), Khalid Al Ghannam, (AAl Nalifsa Yarq)
Extenders: Firas Al Buraikan (Al Ahli), Saleh Al Shehri (Al Ittihad), Abdullah Al Hamdan (Al Nassr)
Uruguay
Goalkeepers: Sergio Rochet (Internacional), Santiago Mele (Monterrey), Fernando Muslera (Estudiantes)
Defenders: Ronald Araujo (Barcelona), Jose Maria Gimenez (Atlético Madrid), Santiago Bueno (Wolverhampton Wanderers), Sebastian Caceres (America), Mathias Olivera (Napoli), Guillermo Varela (Flamengo), Matias Vina (River Plate), Joaquin Piquerez (Palmeiras), Juan Real Manuel Santabria Lake.
Midfielders: Federico Valverde (Real Madrid), Rodrigo Bentancur (Tottenham Hotspur), Manuel Ugarte (Manchester United), Emiliano Martinez (Palmeiras), Rodrigo Zalazar (Sporting CP), Giorgian De Arrascaeta (Flamengo), Nicolas De La Cruz (Flamengo), Agustin Canobbio (Fluminense), Brian Sporting (American CP), BrianSportingri CP), Facundo Pellistri (Panathinaikos)
Extenders: Darwin Nunez (Al Hilal), Federico Vinas (Real Oviedo), Rodrigo Aguirre (Tigres)
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Position |
Team |
DG |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Spain |
0 |
0 |
|
2 |
Cape Verde |
0 |
0 |
|
3 |
Saudi Arabia |
0 |
0 |
|
4 |
Uruguay |
0 |
0 |
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