The Spain national football team is looking to avoid facing Argentina in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. After the 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia on Sunday, the Spanish team has virtually secured qualification for the round of 16.

What happens if Spain beats Uruguay?

If Spain wins against Uruguay, they will be first in the group with seven points, regardless of other scores. In that case, they would play in the round of 16 against Austria or Algeria, teams that are fighting for second place in Group J.

What happens if Spain draws with Uruguay?

Another option for Spain to avoid Argentina is to draw with Uruguay and have Cape Verde not win against Saudi Arabia. This way, the Spanish team would be first in the group with five points.

What happens if Spain loses to Uruguay?

Spain would also be second in the group and face Argentina in the round of 16 if they lose to Uruguay and Cape Verde does not win against Saudi Arabia. | Team | Points | Goals | | --- | --- | --- | | Spain | 4 | 4-0 | | Uruguay | 4 | | | Cape Verde | 1 | | | Saudi Arabia | 0 | 0-4 | The Spanish team must win against Uruguay to secure first place in Group H and avoid the team led by Leo Messi. The next match for the Spanish team is against Uruguay on Saturday.