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Muslera Substituted After Costly Error as Uruguay Faces World Cup Exit

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Muslera Substituted After Costly Error as Uruguay Faces World Cup Exit
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First reported by Mako · Jun 27, 2026

What happened

Fernando Muslera was substituted at halftime after a costly error helped Spain take the lead against Uruguay in a decisive World Cup match. The article says the 40-year-old goalkeeper’s repeated mistakes may have ended Uruguay’s tournament and possibly his international career.

  • 01Muslera was replaced at halftime against Spain after a goal from his mistake.
  • 02Alex Baena scored in the 42nd minute for Spain.
  • 03Uruguay was in danger of World Cup elimination.
  • 04Sofascore says Muslera has five direct World Cup errors since 1966.
  • 05Media outlets said he may need to retire from football.

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MakoCenter · HebrewJun 27, 2026
Muslera Substituted After Costly Error as Uruguay Faces World Cup Exit
N12Center · HebrewJun 27, 2026
Fernando Muslera benched after costly error leaves Uruguay on the brink

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