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Spain wins its World Cup group, beating Uruguay 1-0 as Muslera’s error sends 2-time champion home
By Tales Azzoni, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 27, 2026
· 4 min read
Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 after another goalkeeping mistake by Fernando Muslera, advancing to the knockout stage of the World Cup and eliminating the South American powerhouse on Friday.Uruguay, a two-time champion, will go home without any victories in its three Group H games. Spain, the Europe...
Key takeaway It was the third blunder of the tournament by the 40-year-old Muslera, who asked coach Marcelo Bielsa to substitute him at halftime.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
For San Antonio soccer fans, Spain's advancement to the knockout stage is a welcome development, as it sets up a potentially exciting matchup against either Austria or Algeria in California. The Alamo City's own strong soccer following will likely be watching closely to see how Spain performs in the next round. Meanwhile, the elimination of Uruguay, a two-time World Cup champion, serves as a reminder that even highly ranked teams can fall short on the international stage. Locally, this outcome may resonate with fans who follow the San Antonio FC, who know that even a single mistake on the pitch can have significant consequences. As the World Cup continues, San Antonio residents can expect to see lively discussions and debates about the tournament at local soccer bars and gathering spots, with Spain's upcoming match likely to be a major topic of conversation.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 after another goalkeeping mistake by Fernando Muslera, advancing to the knockout stage of the World Cup and eliminating the South American powerhouse on Friday.Uruguay, a two-time champion, will go home without any victories in its three Group H games. Spain, the Europe...
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