Uruguay vs Cape Verde: 2026 World Cup preview, odds & key players

Uruguay meet Cape Verde with our model leaning Uruguay's way (56% to win, 24% draw). Bielsa's intense, high-pressing Celeste. Cape Verde, meanwhile, the Blue Sharks' fairytale World Cup debut.

Uruguay's edge comes from relentless bielsa pressing, but Cape Verde will look to exploit finishing inconsistency. Expect a contest decided in the details, set pieces, transitions and the bench.

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