Uruguay vs. Cape Verde: Group H Clash in Miami, June 21 2026
Uruguay vs. Cape Verde kicks off 6 p.m. ET on June 21, 2026 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami — a Group H matchday-2 fixture after both opened with a draw. Preview, getting there, kickoff, and the eSIM for North America.
Published June 21, 2026·5 min read
Summary
Uruguay vs. Cape Verde kicks off 6 p.m. ET on June 21, 2026 at Hard Rock Stadiumin Miami — a Group H matchday-2 fixture after both sides opened with a draw. Here's the preview, how to reach the stadium, and the one eSIM that covers all of North America on a single plan.
The match: Uruguay vs. Cape Verde, June 21 in Miami
Per the second-round schedule, Uruguay meet Cape Verde at 6 p.m. ET on FS1, hours after Spain vs. Saudi Arabia — the group's other matchday-2 fixture — in Atlanta. Group H is wide open: Uruguay drew 1-1 with Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde held Spain 0-0, leaving all four teams on a point. Tournament debutants Cape Verde have a real path to the Round of 32 under the 48-team format.
For team notes, see our Uruguay fan guide and Cape Verde fan guide, plus the wider Group H preview and what each team needs on June 21.
Match-day facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date / kickoff | Sun, June 21, 2026 · 6 p.m. ET |
| Venue | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens (~65,000) |
| Group | Group H, matchday 2 (with Spain, Saudi Arabia) |
| Nearest airport | Miami (MIA) ~25 km / Fort Lauderdale (FLL) ~20 km |
Getting to Hard Rock Stadium
Hard Rock Stadium sits in Miami Gardens, north of the city with no rail line to the door, so most fans use match-day shuttles, rideshare, or pre-booked parking. Build in extra time for a 6 p.m. kickoff in summer traffic. Full options are in our Miami getting-there guide and Miami transit guide.
eSIM vs roaming vs pocket Wi-Fi for World Cup travel
| Option | Cost | Setup time | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM | Low | ~5 min (pre-install on Wi-Fi) | Excellent (local carrier) |
| Carrier roaming | High | Instant (already enabled) | Medium (partner-dependent) |
| Pocket Wi-Fi | Medium | Airport pickup / rental | Good (extra device to charge) |
Mobile tickets in the FIFA World Cup 26™ app, live shuttle times, rideshare back into Miami — a wide-open Group H night runs on data, and stadium Wi-Fi buckles when 65,000 people share it. A North America eSIM keeps you online across the US, Mexico, and Canada on one plan, so following Uruguay or Cape Verde to a knockout city needs no SIM swap. From US$5 with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card — details in the Miami connectivity guide.
FAQ
QWhen and where is Uruguay vs. Cape Verde at the 2026 World Cup?
AUruguay vs. Cape Verde kicks off 6 p.m. ET on June 21, 2026 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. It's a Group H matchday-2 fixture.
QHow did Uruguay and Cape Verde start Group H?
ABoth opened with a draw: Uruguay came from behind to draw 1-1 with Saudi Arabia, and Cape Verde held Spain to 0-0. Every Group H team has one point, so this match is pivotal for both.
QHow many matches does Miami host at the World Cup 2026?
AMiami hosts seven World Cup 2026 matches at Hard Rock Stadium, including the third-place play-off on July 18, 2026. The venue seats roughly 65,000 for the tournament.
QDoes my eSIM work in Miami and other host cities?
AA North America eSIM covers the USA, Mexico, and Canada on local networks, so the same plan works at Hard Rock Stadium and follows you to every other host city. No SIM swap required between countries.
Bottom line
Uruguay vs. Cape Verde is a pivotal Group H night in Miami, with all four teams level on points. Plan your route to Hard Rock Stadium, see what June 21 means for the group, and grab a World Cup 2026 eSIM that covers every host city on one plan.