Spain wins after keeper's miscue | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

Spain wins after keeper's miscue headlines Spain’s 1-0 World Cup victory over Uruguay, driven by another Fernando Muslera goalkeeping error on Friday. Uruguay, a two-time champion, finished Group H winless across three matches, while Spain topped the group with seven points. Alex Baena scored in the 42nd minute after Muslera failed to fully deal with Baena’s shot from inside the area. The 40-year-old Muslera requested to be substituted at halftime, with coach Marcelo Bielsa saying it was Muslera’s decision. Uruguay entered the final group match under pressure following draws with Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde. With Uruguay eliminated at No. 19 in FIFA rankings, Spain will face the Group J runner-up—either Austria or Algeria—on Thursday in Inglewood, California.