22.06.2026 09:00
In the match between Uruguay and Cape Verde, which ended 2-2, the night was marked by Fernando Muslera's mistake on a free kick goal and the equalizer resulting from his unnecessary rush out of the goal. While the experienced goalkeeper became the focus of criticism, Cape Verde continued their surprising run in the tournament.
In the second week of Group H of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Uruguay faced Cape Verde. The match played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami ended 2-2, and Cape Verde, one of the tournament's debutants, pulled off another surprise. The African representative, who had previously taken points from Spain, once again left the field with a point against Uruguay.
BIG MISTAKE FROM MUSLERA
In the 21st minute of the match, Kevin Pina's free kick from about 30 meters found the net. After the goal, all eyes turned to Uruguay's goalkeeper Fernando Muslera. The experienced goalkeeper's inability to intervene with the ball and his poor positioning became the focus of criticism. Many football fans on social media argued that Muslera made an uncharacteristic mistake in his career.
HE WAS ON STAGE FOR THE SECOND GOAL AS WELL
The nightmare for Uruguay did not end there. In the later stages of the match, Muslera, who came too far out of his goal, gave a big opportunity to the opponent. Helio Varela did not forgive the experienced goalkeeper's mistake and sent the ball into the net, making the score 2-2. Thus, it was notable that Muslera's errors were effective in both goals conceded by Uruguay.
TRENDING ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Muslera's performance, who left his mark on the Super Lig for years with Galatasaray, became one of the most talked-about topics on social media. Many football fans made posts stating that the experienced goalkeeper played one of the unluckiest matches of his career.
CAPE VERDE'S FAIRY TALE CONTINUES
Meanwhile, Cape Verde, appearing in the World Cup for the first time, continues to be one of the tournament's remarkable teams. The African representative, having taken points from Spain and then Uruguay, has managed to carry their hopes of advancing from the group to the final match.
Here are the images from that goal;