In a friendly match played on June 15, 2026, Uruguay managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia with a late equalizer. The match took place at a neutral venue, though specific location details were not widely reported.
Saudi Arabia took the lead in the first half through a goal by Salem Al-Dawsari in the 23rd minute. Uruguay struggled to find their rhythm for much of the game but pushed forward in the final stages.
The equalizer came in the 87th minute when Federico Valverde scored from outside the box, beating the Saudi goalkeeper. The goal salvaged a draw for Uruguay, who had been under pressure after recent performances.
