friendly
7:45 p.mMarch 27, 2026
International friendly
Wembley Stadium
Referee: Sven Jablonski, Germany
England
Uruguay
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Expected Goals (xG)
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Passing by
427 (88%)
Accurate passes
362 (87%)
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22
G
James Trafford
6.6
16
d
Djed Spence
7.0
6
d
Harry Maguire
7.0
14
d
Fikayo Tomori
6.9
2
d
Valentino Livramento
7.2
8
M
Jordan Henderson (C)
6.9
11
M
Marcus Rashford
7.5
21
M
James Garner
7.3
7
M
Phil Foot
7.5
17
M
You Maduek
6.7
9
F
Dominic Solanke
7.2
23
G
Fernando Muslera
7.3
22
d
JoaquÃn Piquerez
6.7
16
d
Mathias Olivera
6.9
4
d
Ronald Araújo
7.5
13
d
Guillem Varela
6.7
20
M
Maximilian Araújo
6.0
M
Manuel Ugarte
81′ Unsportsmanlike conductM
Federico Valverde (C)
90+4′
14
M
Agustin Canobbio
6.3
10
F
Giorgian De Arrascaeta
6.9
26
F
Rodrigo Aguirre
6.7
trainer
Marcelo Alberto Bielsa Caldera
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Federico Valverde’s stoppage-time penalty snatched a dramatic 1-1 draw for Uruguay against England at Wembley Stadium, denying the Three Lions a late friendly win.
This international friendly served as a crucial warm-up for both nations. England used the match to experiment with tactics and assess the depth of the squad. Uruguay, a formidable South American team, put their formation and cohesion to the test against a top European opponent.
The first half unfolded as a topsy-turvy affair with neither team really asserting dominance. England controlled possession, patiently building attacks from the back. However, Uruguay’s disciplined defense proved resilient, effectively nullifying most of England’s threats.
Early tactical adjustments saw both managers make changes. Uruguay introduced a substitute in the 16th minute. England responded with two changes before the break, including Noni Madueke in the 38th minute, looking to spark more attacking momentum.
Despite the changes, the teams went into the break locked in a goalless stalemate. The atmosphere suggested that both sides needed to inject more urgency. Spectators expected a more open and offensive second half from both benches.
The second half brought more intense intensity and a more adventurous approach. England moved higher up the pitch, generating a series of promising attacks. Uruguay, meanwhile, stayed compact, waiting for opportunities to counterattack at pace.
The tie was finally broken in the 81st minute. Second-half substitute Ben White made an immediate impact, putting the ball in expertly for England. That final goal seemed to have secured a hard-fought victory for the home side.
However, the drama was far from over as the match entered its final moments. At minute 90+3, Ben White received a yellow card for a foul in the area. The referee pointed to the spot and awarded a crucial penalty to Uruguay.
Federico Valverde stepped up confidently to take the spot-kick. The Uruguayan midfielder calmly converted the penalty in the 90th+4th minute. His accurate strike into the net earned Uruguay a share of the spoils and stunned the Wembley crowd.
Statistically, England had 54% of the possession, demonstrating their control. They took 13 shots in total, with 5 on target. Uruguay registered 9 shots, but only Federico Valverde’s penalty tested the goalkeeper. The Uruguayan Fernando Muslera made 4 saves.
The 1-1 draw provided valuable lessons for both teams. For England, he emphasized the importance of focus until the final whistle. Uruguay will take confidence from their late comeback against strong opposition.
