World Cup 2026: Uruguay held to draw by Saudi Arabia on day of surprises

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Saudi Arabia and Uruguay battled to a 1-1 draw in the sweltering Miami heat during their 2026 World Cup opener, extending a day of upsets in Group H. Cape Verde, making their World Cup debut, had already stunned European champions Spain with a scoreless draw, leaving the group wide open after two matches. The results hint at a tournament where traditional hierarchies may not hold.