Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 at Estadio Akron to top Group H and advance to the World Cup knockout stage. The result eliminates the two-time champions, Uruguay, from the tournament.
Alex Baena's first-half strike settled the tense, physical contest. The goal followed a blunder by goalkeeper Fernando Muslera, which led to Muslera being pulled from the game at halftime.
Spain finished at the top of Group H with seven points, earned from two wins and a draw.
Debutants Cape Verde also continued to shine, claiming second spot in the group after a draw with Saudi Arabia.