Team Overview
In their most recent outing, Uruguay faced Algeria in a friendly match, which ended in a goalless draw. Despite a solid defensive performance, the team struggled to create clear chances, managing no shots on target throughout the match.
Match statistics (Algeria vs Uruguay):
- Possession: 41% – 59%
- Corners: 5 – 6
- Fouls: 12 – 16
- Yellow cards: 4 – 3
- Shots on target: 0 – 1
Uruguay comes into this match after a long break of 82 days since their last game, which may affect their sharpness on the pitch. They have drawn their last three matches, indicating a struggle to secure victories, with a particularly concerning recent loss to the USA where they conceded five goals. With no injuries or suspensions to contend with, they will be looking to turn their fortunes around against Cape Verde Islands.