Spain wins World Cup group, beating Uruguay 1-0 as Muslera’s error sends 2-time champion home
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Spain topped Group H after a 1-0 victory over Uruguay, which resulted in Uruguay's elimination from the World Cup. The match was decided by a late first-half goal and a costly error by goalkeeper Fernando Muslera.
Why it matters
The result marks a significant exit for two-time champion Uruguay and confirms Spain's strong position heading into the knockout rounds.
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