US: Uruguay's Gimenez expects difficult Saudi Arabia test in World Cup opener.

SHOTLIST MIAMI, US (JUNE 14, 2026) 1. URUGUAY DEFENDER JOSE MARIA GIMENEZ SPEAKING AT NEWS CONFERENCEMIAMI, US - JUNE 14: Uruguay defender Jose Maria Gimenez said on Sunday, June 14, that Saudi Arabia would provide a tough test when the teams meet in their opening Group H match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Miami Gardens, Florida. Speaking ahead of Monday's match at Hard Rock Stadium, Gimenez praised Saudi Arabia's recent development, saying the country's league had grown significantly and helped raise the level of its players. The 31-year-old also pointed to Uruguay's preparations in Mexico, where the team trained in hot and humid conditions ahead of the tournament. Gimenez could make his 100th appearance for Uruguay if selected for the Group H opener against Saudi Arabia. The Uruguay and Saudi Arabia national football teams will meet at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Monday in their opening Group H match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Kick-off is scheduled for 11 p.m. local time.